http://retro-otr.com Podcasting to share family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more. Thu, 23 May 2013 15:05:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Podcasting to share family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more. Keith Heltsley clean Keith Heltsley keith@heltsley.net keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) Podcasting to share family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more. Clean, Entertainment, Old time Radio, Classic Radio, Vintage Radio, Family Friendly, Comedy, Drama, Audio Drama, Westerns http://retro-otr.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://retro-otr.com TV-G Illinois Daily http://retro-otr.com/2013/04/jubilee-fletcher-henderson-ep76-440422/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/04/jubilee-fletcher-henderson-ep76-440422/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:24:21 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=7981 http://retro-otr.com/2013/04/jubilee-fletcher-henderson-ep76-440422/feed/ 0 1944,Butterfly_McQueen,Comedy,Delta_Rhythm_Boys,Ernie_Whitman,Fletcher_Henderson,Jazz,Jubilee,World_War2 Hosted by Ernie Whitman. In true jive talking fashion, he calls on Fletcher Henderson to perform, I've Got Rhythm. - Ernie is back briefly, but the music continues with the Delta Rhythm Boys and the song, It's Spring Again. - Hosted by Ernie Whitman. In true jive talking fashion, he calls on Fletcher Henderson to perform, I've Got Rhythm. Ernie is back briefly, but the music continues with the Delta Rhythm Boys and the song, It's Spring Again. Fletcher talks with Ernnie and dips into the mailbag for requests. He then plays, Keep 'Em Swinging. Ernie calls on butterfly McQueen, a regular on the Jack Benny show during this time frame, playing Mary's maid. Butterfly tells how she had six children in the few weeks since she has last been on the show. The jokes switch to making fun of Ernie's size, and going on a date to the movies. Pianist Dorothy Donagan plays with elaborate styling, from mellow and wistful to upbeat and boogie woogie. I'm not sure what it was, but she is good. Ernie calls on Fletcher to perform, the Savoy. The Delta Rhythm boys return to sing, Take the A Train. Fletcher Henderson returns to play, but a skip in the recording makes it so the song title is jumped over. In closing Ernie says a few parting words. Keith Heltsley clean 28:48 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/jack-benny-a-sad-soldier-is-discharged-460331/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/jack-benny-a-sad-soldier-is-discharged-460331/#comments Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:38:24 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=19453 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/jack-benny-a-sad-soldier-is-discharged-460331/feed/ 0 1946,Dennis_Day,Discharged,Don_Wilson,Jack_Benny,Mary_Livingston,Mel_Blanc,Military,Phil_Harris,Soldiers,Tributes,World_War2 At March Field, and as March ends, Jack pokes fun at the military with the use of animal jokes. Mary shifts gears with jokes about dating soldiers. The base trains pilots on the P38, and the jokes about it brings Phil out to make fun of military acrony... At March Field, and as March ends, Jack pokes fun at the military with the use of animal jokes. Mary shifts gears with jokes about dating soldiers. The base trains pilots on the P38, and the jokes about it brings Phil out to make fun of military acronyms. Jack is bothered by a soldier on the front row who hasn't laughed at any jokes yet. It's Mel Blanc, and he's upset at being discharged soon. Rochester phones in to tell about his delay in getting to the base. Phil has his band number snipped. The sad soldier is forced to leave, but not until he's heard the commercial. Dennis Day enters to tell Jack what his mother thinks of the show. A girl claiming to be Phil's daughter phones in to remind him about Alice's birthday. Rochester is lost again, and that sad soldier gets in a few more words. Dennis sings a song dedicated to a war hero named Roger Young. A salute to the things our young men have fought and died for during the war. I think it gets snipped a little bit. Keith Heltsley clean 20:48 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/command-performance-don-ameche-cass-daley-440325/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/command-performance-don-ameche-cass-daley-440325/#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:50:29 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=7338 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/command-performance-don-ameche-cass-daley-440325/feed/ 0 1944,Carmen_Miranda,Cass_Daily,Comedy,Command_Performance,Don_Ameche,Military,Roy_Rogers,Swing,World_War2 Host, Don Ameche comes out singing a welcom before introducing the Armed Forces Radio Trio who plays, Out of Nowhere. - Don dips into the mailbag for some greetings. Then Faye MacKenzie, popular pinup gal of the day, enters to sing, Besa Me Mucho. - Host, Don Ameche comes out singing a welcom before introducing the Armed Forces Radio Trio who plays, Out of Nowhere. Don dips into the mailbag for some greetings. Then Faye MacKenzie, popular pinup gal of the day, enters to sing, Besa Me Mucho. Don makes another quick visit to the mailbag and introduces Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers. Roy sings a classic tune from South of the Border. Roy follows up with, When my Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again. Don brings more mailbag greetings. Next is Cass Daily who jokes around with Don about picking up men, beauty treatments, romance, and more. Cass sings, What a Maid. Don invites opera tenor, Jan Pierce out to sing, Serenade to the Student Prince. Finally, Carmen Miranda sings, Bullfight in Madrid. To close, Don signs off with a parting word for the troops. Keith Heltsley clean 29:27 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/abbott-and-costello-basic-training-mont-calm-air-base-450322/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/abbott-and-costello-basic-training-mont-calm-air-base-450322/#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2013 03:57:44 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=7205 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/abbott-and-costello-basic-training-mont-calm-air-base-450322/feed/ 0 1945,Attitudes,Basic_Training,Boot_Camp,Bud_Abbott,Connie_Haines,Freddie_Rich,Horses,Hoses,Loans,Lou_Costello,Military Live, in person, and performing at Mont Calm Air Force base, Bud complains to Lou about his behavior with going out with girls. They joke about military life, rationing, and horses. Bud tries to set Lou straight on termonology about horses, wagons, Live, in person, and performing at Mont Calm Air Force base, Bud complains to Lou about his behavior with going out with girls. They joke about military life, rationing, and horses. Bud tries to set Lou straight on termonology about horses, wagons, and cowboy things, even the Grand Canyon. After the commercial, the show continues. Freddie Rich plays a song from the film Bloomer Girls, Evaline. Bud talks to Lou about relatives who are in the Army. The conversation turns to building a home, and Bud tries to explain about blueprints, and geting loans. Next a loan officer tries to help get Lou the cash he needs. After some creative cutbacks, Lou has almost no house left. It's time for another commercial. Connie Haines sings, Sunnyside of the Street. Yet another commercial. Bud and Lou talk about the soldiers on the base. Also about Lou's girlfriend in the Navy, girls and military men. Bud tries to get Lou into basic training, and imagination kicks in. Lou is awakened on his first day of boot camp, and tells the colonel a thing or two. He then begins his day of training. Connie is the colonel's daughter, and she seems to have some inside scoop on where Lou is to be sent. Finally, he tells off an MP. Fortunately when he wakes, he is relieved to learn that he has been turned down Keith Heltsley clean 28:45 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/lum-and-abner-the-uso-420521/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/lum-and-abner-the-uso-420521/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:31:06 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=19541 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/lum-and-abner-the-uso-420521/feed/ 0 1942,Book_Ideas,Cedric,Lum_And_Abner,Military_Service,Publishing_Houses,Troops,USO,World_War2 Lum goes over manuscripts for his new publishing company with Abner. He's looking for submissions from young, hopeful writers, but all he's gotten so far is slush and mush from the characters of Pine Ridge. Mousey's poetry, Lum goes over manuscripts for his new publishing company with Abner. He's looking for submissions from young, hopeful writers, but all he's gotten so far is slush and mush from the characters of Pine Ridge. Mousey's poetry, romance from the Widow Abernathy, even some fiction from grandpap. A phone call from Mrs Barton sidetracks the discussion of the publishing topic, and introduces one on the USO. Lum scoffs at the idea at first, then Cedric enters with a letter from his friend who is serving in the Army. They get a little confused at some of the censorship and military security tactics in the letter, but in reading the letter out loud, Lum shares the benefit of the USO. Providing books, and creature comforts to the young troops who serve in distant places. Keith Heltsley clean 14:43 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/lum-and-abner-a-war-bond-420511/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/lum-and-abner-a-war-bond-420511/#comments Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:57:20 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=19528 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/lum-and-abner-a-war-bond-420511/feed/ 0 1942,Civic_Projects,Grandpap,Ideas,Lum_And_Abner,Mousey_Gray,Parodies,Quiz_Shows,Solutions,War_Bonds,World_War2 After the shortlived idea about an old folks home didn't work out, Lum and Abner continue to discuss ways to invest their $10K in the community. Grandpap offers an idea for a quiz show like they have on the radio. After the shortlived idea about an old folks home didn't work out, Lum and Abner continue to discuss ways to invest their $10K in the community. Grandpap offers an idea for a quiz show like they have on the radio. He has Abner do some role playing as a contestant on his imaginary quiz show. What kind of questions does grandpap have in mind? For that matter, what kind of answers will Abner come up with? Assuming he isn't too confused over pretending to be a housewife named Charlie. Lum tries to read the newspaper, and lets the two gents put on their own show. Distractions set in as they discuss the odd characters around town. Is the Seven Wonders of the world any more wonderful than the citezens found in Pine Ridge? Through the show, Mousey had been put off, for his previous bad ideas, but when he visits the store Lum recognizes that he may have the best idea yet. Buy War Bonds. Keith Heltsley clean 12:00 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/greenhornet420523aslipofthelip/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/greenhornet420523aslipofthelip/#comments Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:32:54 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=19437 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/greenhornet420523aslipofthelip/feed/ 0 1942,Espionage,Green_Hornet,Kidnapping,Murder,National_Secrets,Sabotage,World_War2 Now fighting not only the underworld, the Green Hornet is on the alert for spies and threats to national security. On the waterfront, that old adage of, "Loose lips sink ships," is about to be dramatized. A sailor who talks too much soon gets the atten... Now fighting not only the underworld, the Green Hornet is on the alert for spies and threats to national security. On the waterfront, that old adage of, "Loose lips sink ships," is about to be dramatized. A sailor who talks too much soon gets the attention of spies. Learning of the kidnapping of the seaman, the Green Hornet springs into action to rescue the sailor. Will he get to him in time? The sailor learns the hard way what his mistake of leaking national secrets cost, and is beaten and shot for his troubles. The sailor has met his fate, but now the Green Hornet has to try to figure out how much the enemy actually knows. Can he intercept the information, or somehow foil the plans of the spies? The Green Hornet won't pull any punches as he includes the cops in his plan to converge on the targeted ship and capture the spies. Despite his help in stopping the espionage ring, the cops manage to think the Hornet was involved, and was lucky enough to slip through their grasp. Those silly cops. When will they ever learn? Keith Heltsley clean 28:46 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/jubilee-duke-ellington-art-tatum-440307/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/jubilee-duke-ellington-art-tatum-440307/#comments Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:02:34 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=6856 http://retro-otr.com/2013/03/jubilee-duke-ellington-art-tatum-440307/feed/ 0 1944,Art_Tatum,Duke_Ellington,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jimmy_Rogers,Jubilee,Military,World_War2 Host is Ernie Whitman. - Duke Ellington starts off with, Canteen Bounce. Art Tatum is up to play a jazzy piano tune. Louis Jordan plays, Infantry Blues. - Betty Rochelle. sings, Hey Foot Slough Foot. Art Tatum is back to play another jazzy tune on ... Host is Ernie Whitman. Duke Ellington starts off with, Canteen Bounce. Art Tatum is up to play a jazzy piano tune. Louis Jordan plays, Infantry Blues. Betty Rochelle. sings, Hey Foot Slough Foot. Art Tatum is back to play another jazzy tune on piano. Jimmy Rogers plays, Cinamon Lady. Apparently he needs no introduction for himself, or the song, because without introduction of any kind, Duke Ellington kicks back in with a swinging tune. Art Tatum plays, Sweet Lorainne. Ernie reminds listeners how they can write in to make a request. Again, without introduction, the song begins, presumably Betty Rochelle singing, IfI Can't Have You. Duke Ellington and his band perform, A Slip of the Lip. Duke and Ernie say a parting word to the troops. Keith Heltsley clean 29:38 http://retro-otr.com/2013/02/jubilee-andy-kirk-aho-bob-crosby-440228/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/02/jubilee-andy-kirk-aho-bob-crosby-440228/#comments Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:22:25 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=6674 http://retro-otr.com/2013/02/jubilee-andy-kirk-aho-bob-crosby-440228/feed/ 0 1944,Andy_Kirk,Bob_Crosby,Comedy,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Mailbag,Military,World_War2 With a flood of jive talk, Ernie Whitman runs the show. Andy Kirk plays, New Orleans Jump. Ernie talks with Andy about bobby socks, and reads a letter from a listener. - June Richmond sings, Basin Street Blues. With a flood of jive talk, Ernie Whitman runs the show. Andy Kirk plays, New Orleans Jump. Ernie talks with Andy about bobby socks, and reads a letter from a listener. June Richmond sings, Basin Street Blues. Ernie lays on the jive to introduce a quartet made up of service members. They play a jazzy, mellow version of, Blue Skies. Andy Kirk plays, as his vocalists sing, Little Joe from Chicago. Bob Crosby stops in, without his band the Bobcats, to talk with Ernie. They talk about nicknames, Bing Crosby, and horses. Bob tells about troubles with his band members. Bob sings, A Lovely Way to Spend and Evening. Followed by, San Fernando Valley. Andy Kirk dedicates his last song to a few soldiers who sent in mailbag requests, Flying home. Ernie and Andy share some parting words for the troops. Keith Heltsley clean 30:29 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/red-skelton-portable-radios-420127/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/red-skelton-portable-radios-420127/#comments Sun, 27 Jan 2013 18:06:33 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=7342 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/red-skelton-portable-radios-420127/feed/ 0 1942,Clem_Kadiddlehopper,Cooks,Harriot_Hilliard,Junior,Ozzie_Nelson,Radios,Restaurants,Technology,Truman_Bradley,Vaudeville,Waiters Announcer, Truman Bradley introduces that new, young comedian Red Skelton. The two talk about the new portable radios that you can actually carry around with you. Amazing, now why would anyone ever want to carry around music with them? Announcer, Truman Bradley introduces that new, young comedian Red Skelton. The two talk about the new portable radios that you can actually carry around with you. Amazing, now why would anyone ever want to carry around music with them? Do you think it will ever catch on? Says the podcaster with a knowing grin. Also a little about Red's old vaudeville days. It seems he got the bird a lot. Hmm... Ozzie enters to pitch in with tales of his old vaudeville days. Harriot gives Red a hard time about the show he was just part of with a host of other Hollywood stars in an old vaudeville theater building as a fund raiser for the war effort. Ozzie sings the melancholie tune of the day, There'll be Bluebirds Over the White Cliffs of Dover. Red briefly takes time to recognize a RAF pilot in the audience, then continues by trying to get Ozzie and Harriot to go out to dinner with him. It's all to lead into a series of sketches about restaurants, and the people who are in them, starting with Willie Lumplump giving a waiter a hard time. Not to mention the vending machines. Next, Clem Kadiddlehopper is on the way to work at his hamburger stand. His gal Daisy Doo is there to help him out. They talk about drive ins, and having mice. Ozzie is a customer who gets the works and leaves withDaisy. Followed by who else? Junior the Mean little Kid, and his mom Harriot. Mom tries to teach him manners by using a napkin, and taking off his coat. Junior spreads the wealth and shares his company with the other restaurant patrons. He even helps a waiter with his heavy load. Ozzie sings, Yess Sir. The restaurant scenes aren't quite over yet when Red is a guy who tries to hit on the gals, just because his dad owns the place. Wonderful Smith is the cook. He jokes around about the food on the menu, and Red tries to get a date with Harriot. Keith Heltsley clean 30:06 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/jubilee-alvino-rey-lillian-randolph-450709/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/jubilee-alvino-rey-lillian-randolph-450709/#comments Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:57:14 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=19157 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/jubilee-alvino-rey-lillian-randolph-450709/feed/ 0 1945,AFRS,Eddie_Green,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jimmy_Lunceford,Jubilee,Lillian_Randolph,Swing,World_War2 That swinging musical show for Armed Forces Radio, full of jazzy jive. - Playlist: Ernie Whitman hosts, and calls on Jimmy Lunceford to kick things off with, Deep Rhythm. Tina Dixon sings, Some Stuff Like That There. That swinging musical show for Armed Forces Radio, full of jazzy jive. Playlist: Ernie Whitman hosts, and calls on Jimmy Lunceford to kick things off with, Deep Rhythm. Tina Dixon sings, Some Stuff Like That There. Alvino Rey plays a jazzy tune. Jimy Lunceford is back with a mellow dance number. Ernie has written another play. Lillian Randolph and Eddie Green help portray Priscilla Alden and Miles Standish, in the Courtship of Miles Standish. Ernie and Eddie talk about matters of love, courtship, and the birds and bees. Eddie is John Alden, and the go between to ask Priscilla to marry Ernie. Will Birdie... er, Pricilla go for it? Jimmy Rogers shows up to sing. Little Jive Boy. Jimmy Lunceford closes out with another jazzy upbeat tune. Keith Heltsley clean 29:20 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/amos-and-andy-charles-boyers-valet-440121-retro-plus/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/amos-and-andy-charles-boyers-valet-440121-retro-plus/#comments Mon, 21 Jan 2013 18:34:30 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4843 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/amos-and-andy-charles-boyers-valet-440121-retro-plus/feed/ 0 1933,1944,Amos_and_Andy,Butlers,Characters,Charles_Boyer,Charming,Culture,Desk_Clerk,Eavesdropping,Efficiency_Expert,Hotels Another double feature of a classic from thei earliest days, and a later show from Amos and Andy. - First Show: Andy Works the Hotel Desk. 01-09-1933. Andy gets some instruction from the Efficiency Expert on the procedures he's expected to follow on ... Another double feature of a classic from thei earliest days, and a later show from Amos and Andy. First Show: Andy Works the Hotel Desk. 01-09-1933. Andy gets some instruction from the Efficiency Expert on the procedures he's expected to follow on his job as hotel desk clerk. When the Business Consultant wants some input to help him work with the others in the hotel. Andy fills him in on the other characters on the show, and a little about their personalities. Second Show: Charles Boyers Valet. 01-21-1944. Andy is about to pop the question to his latest love interest, Subpoena. She has to turn him down because he's just too uncouth. Andy tells Amos and Kingfish all about it, and they do what they can to offer advice. Kingfish even gets Andy a job as butler for Charles Boier. Maybe the good habits of charles will rub off on Andy. Andy is looking forward to being an overnight success. Andy takes notes, and tries to get all the culture he can. As Charles practices lines for his next film, Andy eavesdrops. Just for practice for his leading lady, he goes over parts that he normally wouldn't play, namely those of an abusive lover. Andy keeps eavesdropping to take notes, not aware the two are just acting. It's been a confusing day, but Andy gets ready to take his gal on a date to show off his new cultured side. Somehow, Andy isn't as charming as he expects he should be, and has a final piece of advice for Charles. The show ends with a news release from Elmer Davis concerning the latest war news. Keith Heltsley clean 34:15 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/vic-and-sade-top-picks-retro412/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/vic-and-sade-top-picks-retro412/#comments Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:05:58 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=19059 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/vic-and-sade-top-picks-retro412/feed/ 0 Business,Childish,Cigars,Dirt,Discussions,Lodge,Long_Distance,Patriotic,Polite,Principals,School,Scrap_Drives As a special follow up episode of nearly a year ago, and in overcoming a few technical difficulties, this round table discussion is now available. Well, it's sort of a discussion. - The aim is to discuss the top 5 picks from the Vic and Sade radio pr... As a special follow up episode of nearly a year ago, and in overcoming a few technical difficulties, this round table discussion is now available. Well, it's sort of a discussion. The aim is to discuss the top 5 picks from the Vic and Sade radio program. This is in no way the definitive list, but the opinion of those contributing to the discussion. Sara Cole, of Old Zorah's Pew world wide fame and fortune, joins us via the roxy of a special Retrobot guest. In no particular order of rak: Vic and Sade - 1940-04-15 - Milton's Dirt in Fruit Jars Vic and Sade - 1943-04-12 - Dottie's New Dress Vic and Sade - 1942-08 - Robert and Slobert Call Long Distance Vic and Sade - 1940-06-02 - Mr Chinbunny Wants to Smoke Cigars - Rush Vic and Sade - 1942-04-06 - The Scrap Drive There is only time to play selected audio clips in the episode. For the full episodes, you could browse my site to see if I've posted it yet, or visit: <a href="http://vicandsade.net/"VicAndSade.net. Click on the link for "Episodes" for the full listing of known shows that still exist, plus a few extras. For all things related to Vic and Sade, check out Jimbo Mason's Crazy World of Vic and Sade. Besides the audio episodes, he has scripts, photos, and everything you might care to know about Vic, Sade, and their world. You may particularly enjoy his new ebook, THE AUDIO BOOK THAT CHOKED BILLY PATTERSON!. Keith Heltsley clean 46:26 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/jubilee-cp-johnson-johnny-mercer-440110/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/jubilee-cp-johnson-johnny-mercer-440110/#comments Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:03:11 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=5824 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/jubilee-cp-johnson-johnny-mercer-440110/feed/ 0 1944,Comedy,CP_Johnson,Delta_Rhythm_Boys,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Johnny_Mercer,Jubilee,Military,World_War2 Host is Ernie Whitman. With much jubilant jive, Ernie calls on CP Johnson to play, Sherman Shuffle. - The Delta Rhythm Boys respond to some mailbag requests before they sing Johnny Mercer's big hit, That Old Black Magic. - Host is Ernie Whitman. With much jubilant jive, Ernie calls on CP Johnson to play, Sherman Shuffle. The Delta Rhythm Boys respond to some mailbag requests before they sing Johnny Mercer's big hit, That Old Black Magic. Ernie calls on Jimmy Rogers, who chats with Ernie, then sings, Bring Enough Clothes for Three Days. CP Johnson sings, Mop Mop. As Ernie tries to introduce the next act, Johnny Mercer slips in to keep up with Ernies jive talk. Some of Johnnies big hits are mentioned. Ernie asks Johny to tell about some of his inspiration behind his hits. Finally Johnny sings his latest hit, GI Jive. Ernie talks to Johnny about a song idea he wants to promote. With the joking done, and with the Delta Rhythm Boys, Johnny sings, Knock Me a Kiss. Hmm... I think Johnny may have wrote it, and he does a good enough job singing it, but I think that Ida James puts in a lot more sex appeal. CP Johnson is back with, Swing Crazy. To close the show, Ernie and CP share a few final words before signing off. Keith Heltsley clean 29:09 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/amos-and-andy-making-sapphire-proud-440107-retro-plus/ http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/amos-and-andy-making-sapphire-proud-440107-retro-plus/#comments Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:28:04 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4485 http://retro-otr.com/2013/01/amos-and-andy-making-sapphire-proud-440107-retro-plus/feed/ 0 1930,1944,Acceptance,Amos_and_Andy,Comfort,Fitting,Heros,Impersonation,Jobs,Pride,Respect,Salesmen Another double feature of Amos and Andy with an early classic, followed by a later episode. - First show: 1029Take off that shoe April 4, 1930. Andy shops for some new shoes. He is hoping for something stylish, even if it's a bit too small. Another double feature of Amos and Andy with an early classic, followed by a later episode. First show: 1029Take off that shoe April 4, 1930. Andy shops for some new shoes. He is hoping for something stylish, even if it's a bit too small. Amos tries to talk sense to him, knowing how bad his feet are. It does pay off to have shoes that fit, and are comfortable. I think Andy sees the price tag though, and wants the comfortable shoes off. Second show: Making Sapphire Proud, January 7, 1944. As Kingfish tries to enjoy his evening paper, Sapphire tries to talk to him about her day. All she wants is for George to get a job, but naturally for him, he avoids it. He ends up being kicked out of the house. . Kingfish imposes on his friends amos and Andy for favors. Namely in a place to sleep, and running some errands. Poor old Kingfish, all he wants to do is make Sapphire proud of him. When there's a suitcase mixup, George decides to impersonate a soldier. At least long enough to have his picture taken. The plan is to send her the photo, and aletter to imply that George is overseas, serving his country. His exploits are truely marvelous, a wonder to behold, but are they going to be believable? What could go wrong with such a simple plan? Plenty, when George bumps into a Colonel. Not given much chance to explain, Kingfish is in deep trouble. I'm surprised that the Colonel can't see through the act, but the humor that results is great. Can Kingfish get out of the charges? Will Sapphire ever find any good in him to be proud of? I'm not telling, but fortune smiles, and all is well. Sort of. Keith Heltsley clean 29:58 http://retro-otr.com/2012/12/jubilee-jimmie-lunceford-ep138-450702/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/12/jubilee-jimmie-lunceford-ep138-450702/#comments Sun, 02 Dec 2012 18:25:39 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=18508 http://retro-otr.com/2012/12/jubilee-jimmie-lunceford-ep138-450702/feed/ 0 1945,AFRS,Comedy,Eddie_Green,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jimmy_Lunceford,Jubilee,Juliet,Lillian_Randolph,Military,Romeo Playlist: Ernie Whitman calls on Jimmy Lunceford to get the jazzy fun started with a song, Little John Tina Dixon sings, I Feel So Good Today. Jimmy and the band plays, Sentimental Journey. The Town Cryers tell Ernie a little about themselve... Playlist: Ernie Whitman calls on Jimmy Lunceford to get the jazzy fun started with a song, Little John Tina Dixon sings, I Feel So Good Today. Jimmy and the band plays, Sentimental Journey. The Town Cryers tell Ernie a little about themselves before singing, Idaho. The Town Cryers come back with another tune, Don't Squeez the Bananas. Lillian Randolf and Eddie Green join Ernie for a version of Romeo and Juliet. Jimmy Lunceford is back to play, Body and Soul. In his typical jive talking style, Ernie Whitman signs off. Keith Heltsley clean 29:32 http://retro-otr.com/2012/12/command-performance-bing-crosby-gi-jill-ella-mae-morse-450705-retro404/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/12/command-performance-bing-crosby-gi-jill-ella-mae-morse-450705-retro404/#comments Sun, 02 Dec 2012 04:05:23 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=18506 http://retro-otr.com/2012/12/command-performance-bing-crosby-gi-jill-ella-mae-morse-450705-retro404/feed/ 0 1945,Bing_Crosby,Command_Performance,Jukebox,Military,Swing,World_War2 A Summer time treat for the approaching Christmas season and the chilly weather it brings. - It's jukebox night for the military menh who are serving overseas during the war. Here's the playlist: Bing Crosby sings, Sentimental Journey. GI Jill, A Summer time treat for the approaching Christmas season and the chilly weather it brings. It's jukebox night for the military menh who are serving overseas during the war. Here's the playlist: Bing Crosby sings, Sentimental Journey. GI Jill, the cute blonde, and most popular DJ to the overseas troops helps introduce the numbers. Tommy Dorsey, jokes with Bing before performing, Stardust. Ella Mae Morse sings, Cow Cow Boogie. Bing and Jill give Spike Jones an introduction deserving of his reputation. Spike and his band perform, Clowie. Jill teases Bing about his popularity before he sings a medley that includes: Don't Fence Me In, Paper Doll, and I Walk Alone. Tommy Dorsey is joined by his former drummer, Spike Jones to performe Tommy's theme song, his Getting Sentimental Bing sings his hit that the men ask Jill for more than any of his other songs, I'll Be Seeing You. Bing and Jill give Spike Jones antroduction deserving of his style. Spike and the band play, Clowie. Bonus Track: Spike Jones, featuring Georgie Rock. All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth. Plus, Keith briefly asks for help in reporting broken links after the web site move. Keith Heltsley clean 34:50 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-count-basie-teddy-wilson-431130/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-count-basie-teddy-wilson-431130/#comments Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:29:45 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=5254 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-count-basie-teddy-wilson-431130/feed/ 0 1943,Blues,Count_Basey,Jazz,Jimmy_Rushing,Jubilee,Military,Teddy_Wilson,Thelma_Carpenter,World_War2 In the absence of Ernie Whitman, a substitute announcer, carries the functions of emcee. Count Basey is introduced, and starts right in with the Wood Choppers Ball. Count Basy calls his vocalist, Jimmy Rushing, to the mike to sing, In the absence of Ernie Whitman, a substitute announcer, carries the functions of emcee. Count Basey is introduced, and starts right in with the Wood Choppers Ball. Count Basy calls his vocalist, Jimmy Rushing, to the mike to sing, Baby Won't You Please Come Home. Next, Teddy Wilson reads greetings from the mailbag before going into the B Flat Swing. Teddy Wilson continues with, Feeling Good. Thelma Carpenter is on hand to dedicate a song, Do Nothing Til You Hear From Me. Earl Warren sings, Don't Believe Everything You Dream. Greetings are read from the mailbag, then Count Basey is back with, I Found a new Baby. Count Basey, and host say a few parting words. I still can't figure who the substitute host might be. He is alternately referred to as either Ralph, or Bob. Though he's a white guy, and doesn't quite have that jivey presence of good ol' Ernie, he actually pulls off the slangy dialog fairly well. Keith Heltsley clean 28:26 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/quiet-please-my-son-john-481128/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/quiet-please-my-son-john-481128/#comments Wed, 28 Nov 2012 19:58:48 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=5078 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/quiet-please-my-son-john-481128/feed/ 0 1948,Death,Ernest_Chapel,Grief,Monsters,Occult,Quiet_Please,Spiritualists,Vampires,World_War2 Ernest Chapel plays a very lonely man who has a son who died. His naration goes on to tell about his son John, and how he went off to serve in the Army, and died within months of landing in Austria. His grief is inconsolable. Ernest Chapel plays a very lonely man who has a son who died. His naration goes on to tell about his son John, and how he went off to serve in the Army, and died within months of landing in Austria. His grief is inconsolable. He feels robbed of the treasures he holds dear, and visits a medium, a spiritualist, who tries to help him. Is there a way to get his son back? Is there a way to bring John back from the grave? Using some techniques of the medium, and in a darkened room, the disembodied voice of his son comes to him. He describes his last days. Will the father be able to handle this? Does this mean that John has returned to him? There's a catch. Now that he has summoned his son, can he send the monster that he has become away? There's only one way to do it, but it may come down to a case of, "If you can't beat them, join them." Keith Heltsley clean 28:00 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/fred-allen-bbc-take-it-or-leave-it-gracie-fields-421125/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/fred-allen-bbc-take-it-or-leave-it-gracie-fields-421125/#comments Sun, 25 Nov 2012 17:39:11 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=16954 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/fred-allen-bbc-take-it-or-leave-it-gracie-fields-421125/feed/ 0 1942,BBC,Dogs,Fred_Allen,Gracie_Fields,Poetry,Portland_Hoffa,Spoof,Telegram,Vaudeville,World_War2 After Fred and Arthur Godfrey poke fun with each other, the news of the week features a restriction on telegrams. A city ordinance on dogs, and some wartime humor gets mixed in as well. Falstaff Openshore visits with his weekly poetic contribution. After Fred and Arthur Godfrey poke fun with each other, the news of the week features a restriction on telegrams. A city ordinance on dogs, and some wartime humor gets mixed in as well. Falstaff Openshore visits with his weekly poetic contribution. Mothers Day Won't be the same. Al Goodman's band transition with, A Grand Old Flag. Portland Hoffa joins Fred to lead in a cheer, as she's in a football spirit. Gracie Fields, International comedienne and singer, joins Fred to tell about her stay in New York, and her shows for the troops. The Brittish entertainer has fun with American slang. Gracie sings, I Never Cried So Much in All My Life. A radio variety show is presented in the style that it might be done, if the BBC were producing it. In the quiz show competition, Gracie has to answer Fred's questions. There's even a Brittish styled commercial jingle, and a spin on the radio program, Gangbusters. . Keith Heltsley clean 27:43 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/command-performance-ida-lupino-phil-harris-gracie-fields-garry-moore-431120/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/command-performance-ida-lupino-phil-harris-gracie-fields-garry-moore-431120/#comments Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:30:22 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4949 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/command-performance-ida-lupino-phil-harris-gracie-fields-garry-moore-431120/feed/ 0 1943,Comedy,Command_Performance,Connie_Haines,Dating,Gary_Moore,Hoosier_Hotshots,Ida_Lupino,Military,Phil_Harris,Refrigerators,Skinny_Ennis Hosted by Ida Lupino. She dips into the mailbag for a request to hear a canary sing. Afterward, Connie Haines sings, Don't Get Around Much Anymore. More gretings are read from the maillbag. MSGT Skinny Ennis and his orchestra perform a swinging number. Hosted by Ida Lupino. She dips into the mailbag for a request to hear a canary sing. Afterward, Connie Haines sings, Don't Get Around Much Anymore. More gretings are read from the maillbag. MSGT Skinny Ennis and his orchestra perform a swinging number. Then Phil Harris enters and talks with Ida Lupino, and Skinny Ennis. The two guys start arguing over women, namely Ida. Phil sings his signature song, That's What I Like About the South. Ida reads more greetings from the mailbag. Then By request, the country swing band version of Spike Jones, the Hoosier Hot Shots sing, Hillbillies Are Mountain Williams Now. After still more mailbag greetings, Gary Moore is introduced. He talks about dignity, a concept that in future years would become termed as Political Correctness. He tells a comic story about a man named Herman Clinch. He's a man obsessed with the unanswered question of whether the light stays on in the fridge when the door is closed, or not. Next up, long time singer of novelty songs, Gracie Fields responds to mailbag requests to sing a novelty tune. Ida closes the show with a few motivational words for the troops. Keith Heltsley clean 29:51 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/3415/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/3415/#comments Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:35:04 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3415 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/3415/feed/ 0 1929,1943,Amos_and_Andy,Falsely_Accused,Feasts,Jail,Lawyers,Legal,Military,Rationing,Thanksgiving,World_War2 First up, Amos Tells His Story To His Lawyer, 06-28-1929. Amos is in trouble. He has just been released from jail, and has his dander up when a man calls him. The man is someone who also has an interest in Amos girlfriend, Ruby. First up, Amos Tells His Story To His Lawyer, 06-28-1929. Amos is in trouble. He has just been released from jail, and has his dander up when a man calls him. The man is someone who also has an interest in Amos girlfriend, Ruby. Andy arrives to let Amos know that Kingfish has a lawyer to handle Amos case. Their friend Sylvester calls with words of encouragement. Amos tells why he was put in jail in the first place. He had somehow been blamed for a robbery. Kingfish comes to the rescue in this episode when he enters with the lawyer, who then takes charge and begins getting the story. Wow, what a difference the early Kingfish was, compared to the one of later years. He actually is caring and helpful, as opposed to always looking out for himself, and getting his friends into trouble, instead out of it. Second show: Turkey Trouble, 11-19-1943. . Andy is expecting his nephew Jimmy to be home on leave for Thanksgiving. The proud uncle shares the news. The whole gang do all they can for the big feast. The trouble is the meat shortage is in full swing. Kingfish helps with the wheeling and dealing for the turkey, but ends up dealing Andy out of any available birds. Andy and Kingfish scramble to get more rationing points in hopes of tracking down a turkey. a quest ensues for making this a perfect feast for the anticipated nephew. Will our heros succeed? Can they recieve the priority they are looking for from the rationing board? It's not looking good, and bad turns to worse when a letter arrives saying the nephew is bringing a few friends along. Help comes from an unexpected source. The mood turns somber on the big day when word comes that the nephew and his friends have been called into action, and won't make it to the feast. In his sadness is pride, and inspiration. Andy can't be with his loved one so he shares with soldiers who are at hand. A touching ending. Keith Heltsley clean 35:44 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-harlan-leonard-delta-rhythm-boys-431108/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-harlan-leonard-delta-rhythm-boys-431108/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:02:01 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4762 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-harlan-leonard-delta-rhythm-boys-431108/feed/ 0 1943,Blues,Boogie_Woogie,Delta_Rhythm_Boys,Ernie_Whitman,Harlan_Leonard,Jazz,Jubilee,Military,World_War2 In the usual slangy style, the announcer introduces host, Ernie Witman. Ernie turns the show over to Harlon Leonard who plays a tune. Next up, the Delta Rhythm Boys sing, Are You For It. Albert Ammons and Pete Johnson do a boogie piano number. In the usual slangy style, the announcer introduces host, Ernie Witman. Ernie turns the show over to Harlon Leonard who plays a tune. Next up, the Delta Rhythm Boys sing, Are You For It. Albert Ammons and Pete Johnson do a boogie piano number. Harlon Leonard plays as Eddie Williams sings, You Messing with Me Baby. Big Joe Turner sings, Ain't Gonna Be a Low Down Dog No More. Savana Churchhill sings, It's My Affair. Ernie brings back the Delta Rhythm Boys to sing, People Will Say We're in Love. Harlon Leonard plays, Play Fiddle Play. Finally, Ernie is joined by Harlon for a few parting words. Keith Heltsley clean 30:52 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-louis-jordan-nat-king-cole-431101/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-louis-jordan-nat-king-cole-431101/#comments Thu, 01 Nov 2012 17:50:39 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4541 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/jubilee-louis-jordan-nat-king-cole-431101/feed/ 0 1943,Ernie_Whitman,Ida_James,Jazz,Jubilee,Louis_Jordan,Military,Nat_King_Cole,World_War2 Loaded down with all that cool, jive talk, and slang, Ernie Whitman is on hand to read greetings from the mail bag. Louis Jordan plays a jazzy tune. Next up Nat Cole and the King Cole Trio sing, Straighten Up and Fly Right. Loaded down with all that cool, jive talk, and slang, Ernie Whitman is on hand to read greetings from the mail bag. Louis Jordan plays a jazzy tune. Next up Nat Cole and the King Cole Trio sing, Straighten Up and Fly Right. Louis Jordan is back to sing, Please Don't Cry and Say No. Followed by Until the Real Thing Comes Along. Ernie chats with Ida James as they read greetings from the mail bag. Ida then sings, Is You is or is You Ain't My Baby. Followed by, Baby Knock Me a kiss. Louis performs a song he wrote, and dedicates it to all those serving in the 5 corners of the world, Jumping at the Jubilee. Ernie calls Nat King Cole back out to sing, Errand Boy for Rhythm Send Me. Finally, Louis Jordan helps Ernie with a few parting words. Keith Heltsley clean 30:16 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/command-performance-fred-warreng-joe-lewis-ep2-420309/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/command-performance-fred-warreng-joe-lewis-ep2-420309/#comments Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:14:53 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=18020 http://retro-otr.com/2012/11/command-performance-fred-warreng-joe-lewis-ep2-420309/feed/ 0 1942,Comedy,Command_Performance,Fred_Warring,Joe_E_Lewis,Military,Pennsylvanians,World_,World_War2 Playlist: Hosted by bandleader, Fred Waring. Fred's band, the Pennsylvanians sing, Buckle Down Windsocky. Joe E Lewis is on hand to joke around about matters of love. He also sings, Sam the Sailor. Sportscaster, Paul Douglas, Playlist: Hosted by bandleader, Fred Waring. Fred's band, the Pennsylvanians sing, Buckle Down Windsocky. Joe E Lewis is on hand to joke around about matters of love. He also sings, Sam the Sailor. Sportscaster, Paul Douglas, introduces Talulah Bankhead who presents a dramatic and motivational oration to the overseas troops about baseball. The Pennsylvanians help with a sketch that might take place if a variety of radio programs were switched through by using a pushbutton tuner. It all adds up to comic affect. Tommy Riggs and Betty Lou was a ventrilloquist act who talk about chasing girls, and hanging out with Fred Waring. Cute. The Pennsylvanians are back and sing, Stardust. Keith Heltsley clean 29:15 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/jubilee-jack-benny-rochester-ep109-441025/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/jubilee-jack-benny-rochester-ep109-441025/#comments Thu, 25 Oct 2012 16:17:45 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=12041 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/jubilee-jack-benny-rochester-ep109-441025/feed/ 0 1944,Blues,Ernie_Whitman,Erskine_Hawkins,Jack_Benny,Jazz,Jubilee,Military,Rochester,World_War2 Along with host Ernie Whitman, special guests help with the show today. Erskine Hawkins plays, Stella. Jack Benny takes the stage to talk with Ernie. Jack tells secrets on Rochester, and his love life. Rochester phones in to defend himself, Along with host Ernie Whitman, special guests help with the show today. Erskine Hawkins plays, Stella. Jack Benny takes the stage to talk with Ernie. Jack tells secrets on Rochester, and his love life. Rochester phones in to defend himself, and the absence of both himself and Jacks violin. Topics also include dice games. Erskine Hawkins plays, Bear Mash Blues. Or maybe from the sultry tones of the song it could be, the Bare Tones Blues? Jack is back to joke with Ernie, and help with the introductions. Effie Smith sings, Straighten Up and Fly Right. Rochester is on handwith wisecracks, and Jacks violin. Armed with his trusty fiddle, Jack whips out some jazzy ragtime riffs from a time gone by. Even for 1943. To cleanse the pallet, the Lou Mel Morgan Trio sing a perky, upbeat, smooth version of, Them There Eyes. Ernie lays out the jive talk to tell how to write in for making a request. Erskine Hawkins plays, Tuxedo Junction. Keith Heltsley clean 28:09 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/great-gildersleeves-the-waterworks-breaks-down-431024/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/great-gildersleeves-the-waterworks-breaks-down-431024/#comments Wed, 24 Oct 2012 16:46:52 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4374 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/great-gildersleeves-the-waterworks-breaks-down-431024/feed/ 0 1943,City_Hall,Gildersleeves,LeRoy_Forrester,School_Reports,Shortages,Snifter_Valve,Wartime,Waterworks,Water_Comissioner,World_War2 A musical moment in the home is spoiled by LeRoy's attempt at singing. Gildersleeves puts him to doing his homework. When Throckmorton decides to give the kids a lesson in money, and earning a living. He takes them to the City Hall to see where he wo... A musical moment in the home is spoiled by LeRoy's attempt at singing. Gildersleeves puts him to doing his homework. When Throckmorton decides to give the kids a lesson in money, and earning a living. He takes them to the City Hall to see where he works, and what he does. Suddenly an emergency pops up, low water pressure. Gildy takes the kids to talk to Charlie, out at the Ressevoir. It looks like a bad snifter valve. Darn those pesky snifter valves, always breaking, and always out of stock. Especially with the wartime shortages. Gildy pushes the issue, and the water pump breaks. Poor old Charlie gets blamed. When Gildersleeves is called into the Mayors carpet to take the blame, he has to apologize to Charlie, the engineer, and try to get him back on the job. He also has to go on the radio to explain the situation. Gildy does what he can to help Charlie, and so does LeRoy as he is still working on a school report about Gildersleeve's job. In the end, all is well, and LeRoy even gets a good grade on his report, which he reads aloud. A fairly true and accurate report of his uncle's vocation. Maybe a little too true and accurate for Gildersleeve's taste. A final note to encourage gathering waste paper to help the war effort. Keith Heltsley clean 8:00 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/judy-canova-back-from-army-camp-pistol-packin-mama-431019/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/judy-canova-back-from-army-camp-pistol-packin-mama-431019/#comments Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:46:23 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4297 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/judy-canova-back-from-army-camp-pistol-packin-mama-431019/feed/ 0 1943,Army_Base,Housing_Shortage,Judy_Canova,Mel_Blanc,Music,Spare_Room,World_W,World_War2 Judy opens by telling a little about her recent visit to the Army base. Her maid, Geranium introduces the new band leader, Charles Dance, then Judy sings in her yodeling style, Pistol Packing Mama. Judy and Geranium talk about their man troubles. Judy opens by telling a little about her recent visit to the Army base. Her maid, Geranium introduces the new band leader, Charles Dance, then Judy sings in her yodeling style, Pistol Packing Mama. Judy and Geranium talk about their man troubles. Mel Blanc, as Pedro arrives to talk about the housing shortage, and wants to rent Judy's extra room. Next, Mel Blanc as Sylvester wants the room, and turns on the charm to get it. After Judy and Pedro transition to squeezing in a commercial, the show goes on. Judy's friend Ed comes on to sing, Song of the Trail. Mel is back as a Russian who claims to be a musician, and wants the room. So who gets the room? I don't think it matters. Enjoy the rapid fire one liners, and the great voice tallents on the program. After another commercial, Judy wraps up by singing, Tears on My Pillow. Keith Heltsley clean 26:19 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/jack-benny-gaslight-451014/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/jack-benny-gaslight-451014/#comments Sun, 14 Oct 2012 16:04:30 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17728 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/jack-benny-gaslight-451014/feed/ 0 1945,Airplanes,Av,French,Ingrid_Bergman,Jack_Benny,Love_Triangles,Mel_Blanc,Military,Rochester,Spoofs,World_War2 Jack pokes fun at Don's unflattering introduction, and about the ocen near the military base. Marys entrance adds some punch for the military men in the audience. After Mary appeals to the men in the crowd, Phil enters to joke about his drinking habits. Jack pokes fun at Don's unflattering introduction, and about the ocen near the military base. Marys entrance adds some punch for the military men in the audience. After Mary appeals to the men in the crowd, Phil enters to joke about his drinking habits. A sergeant enters to get an interview from Jack, which leads into a flashback sequence. Rochester takes Jack to catch his plane to go overseas to entertain the troopsl, and gets some last minute instructions for housekeeping. Mel Blanc is the announcer for flight departures. Who knew they had planes leaving for Anaheim, Azuza, and Kucamonga? I thought it was only for trains. Learn more about the shows that Jack performed as he introdues harmonica player, Larry Adler. Larry plays, Begin the Beguine. Listen to Jack doing his French accent. Listen to Mary singing the jingle to the wrong sponsor. Rinso White. Check out Phil Harris stealing Jascks lovve scene. As the French love story spoof progresses, Ingrid Bergman stashes her multiple lovers together in the closet. Keith Heltsley clean 26:13 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-herbert-marshall-marilyn-maxwell-450622/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-herbert-marshall-marilyn-maxwell-450622/#comments Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:18:54 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17809 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-herbert-marshall-marilyn-maxwell-450622/feed/ 0 1945,Acting,Comedians,Command_Performance,Dating,Herbert_Marshal,Jack_Haley,Juliet,Les_Paul,Marylin_Maxwell,Military,Romeo Herbert Marshal is host, and introduces Marilyn Maxwell, who then sings, Kiss Goodnight. Jack Haley enters to joke around with the cast. Learn a little about the theatrical training of the actors. Is Jack as serious an actor as Herbert? Herbert Marshal is host, and introduces Marilyn Maxwell, who then sings, Kiss Goodnight. Jack Haley enters to joke around with the cast. Learn a little about the theatrical training of the actors. Is Jack as serious an actor as Herbert? Will they be competing for a leading role? The Les Paul Trio plays a slick, jazzy tune. Jack and Herbert shift gears, and swap secrets about picking up girls. Lena Romai, a South American singer gets in a word of admiration for Herbert, and becomes the test dummy for Jack as he puts the moves on her. She sings, When You Meet Someone You Like. Jack and Marylin talk about his odds at becoming a successful leading man. How well will he do in playing a love scene with the singer/actress? The two melt into a song, Nobody Loves Me. Caving in to the comedian, Herbert Marshall gives up his role as Romeo. The spoof of Romeo and Jjuliet begins. Shakespeare's balcony scene will never be the same again. Keith Heltsley clean 30:51 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/whitehall-1212-the-man-who-murdered-his-wife-511216/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/whitehall-1212-the-man-who-murdered-his-wife-511216/#comments Mon, 08 Oct 2012 19:15:30 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17713 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/whitehall-1212-the-man-who-murdered-his-wife-511216/feed/ 0 1951,Bombings,Cover_Ups,Fires,Identity,Murder,Scotland_Yard,Whitehall1212,World_War2 After the Easter Blitz of 1941, a finding in the rubble has the inspectors of Scotland Yard on the scene. What evidence has raised the question of murder? It'll still take some work from the pathologist to sift through the human remains to piece the fo... After the Easter Blitz of 1941, a finding in the rubble has the inspectors of Scotland Yard on the scene. What evidence has raised the question of murder? It'll still take some work from the pathologist to sift through the human remains to piece the forensic clues together. The woman has been identified enough to learn that she wasn't a resident of the neighborhood. What might the crime logs turn up for the period just before and after the Easter Blitz? W ith all the destruction left in a bombing raid, will there be any hope of pinning this on anybody as a murder? Since fire played a part in the crime scene, it raises flags when the fire department records don't match up with the evidence and time frame. It might seem that way, but it helps to work out a better time line for the murder, and maybe even help in the identity of the woman. Suddenly an incident of a married couple who had a fight comes to memories. Just when the case is coming to a head, and a suspect is pinpointed, the trail comes to an end. Has the killer gotten away? Has Stanley Russel managed to fake his own death in order to hide? Diligence pays off over time as the case slowly plods along. Have they finally caught up to the real Stanley Russel Keith Heltsley clean 29:35 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-joan-edwards-jack-carson-paulette-goddard-randolph-scott-450621/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-joan-edwards-jack-carson-paulette-goddard-randolph-scott-450621/#comments Thu, 04 Oct 2012 16:36:08 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17648 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-joan-edwards-jack-carson-paulette-goddard-randolph-scott-450621/feed/ 0 1945,Command_Performance,Cowboys,Jack_Carsen,Joan_Edwards,Military,Paulette_Goddard,Randolph_Scot,Spoofs,Tough_Guys,Western,World_War2 Audio quality is mushy and poor, but generally understandable if you have earphones, or a quiet listening environment. Hosted by Joan Edwards who sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light. Jack Carson enters to tease Joan, Audio quality is mushy and poor, but generally understandable if you have earphones, or a quiet listening environment. Hosted by Joan Edwards who sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light. Jack Carson enters to tease Joan, but she manages to fend of his advances. The jokes on girl chacing are sure to please the military audience. Paulette Goddard arrives to come to Joans aid against the wolfish advances. The Town Criers sing, Navy Blue. A Western drama featuring Randolph Scot has the gals all excited. Will Jack be able to prove that he's as much of a man as the cowboy movie legend? Enjoy the gun toting action in the salloon as Jack and Randolph meet for a showdown. Joan is back for a closing song. Keith Heltsley clean 29:57 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-431002-ep087-don-ameche-king-cole-trio-betty-hutton/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-431002-ep087-don-ameche-king-cole-trio-betty-hutton/#comments Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:52:16 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3995 http://retro-otr.com/2012/10/command-performance-431002-ep087-don-ameche-king-cole-trio-betty-hutton/feed/ 0 1943,Betty_Hutton,Comedy,Command_Performance,Don_Ameche,King_Cole_Trio,Military,Vagabonds,World_War2 Hosted by Don Ameche. He takes a quick dip into the mailbag, then introduces the King Cole Trio who sing, Solid Potato Salad. Jack Douglas, comedian and singer takes over with a few words of humor. Topics include: family, girlfriend, Hosted by Don Ameche. He takes a quick dip into the mailbag, then introduces the King Cole Trio who sing, Solid Potato Salad. Jack Douglas, comedian and singer takes over with a few words of humor. Topics include: family, girlfriend, and getting in a fight. The Army Air Force Band plays, Saludos Amigos. Don reads a few greetings from the mailbag. Al Dexter, author of the hit song, sings it, Pistol Packin Mama. Don introduces the group formerly known as the Vagabonds, now in the Merchant Marine, and now called the Merchant Marine Four as they sing the Tahitian Chant, Marcel lahini. They follow it up with a novelty version of You Are My Sunshine. Next, Don gives an intro to Betty Hutton. She reads from the mailbag then sings a tune from her latest film, Rocking Horse Ran Away. Don shares a few parting words. Keith Heltsley clean 29:40 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/jubilee-430927-ep46-barney-bigard-louis-jordan/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/jubilee-430927-ep46-barney-bigard-louis-jordan/#comments Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:21:22 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3922 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/jubilee-430927-ep46-barney-bigard-louis-jordan/feed/ 0 1943,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Louis_Jordan,Military,World_War2 Hosted by Ernie Whitman, the Jubilee gets kicked off by Louis Jordan and, Pistol Packin Mama. Crooner, Faye Carrol sings, My Devotion. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Louis Jordan performs, while his vocalist sings, Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby. Hosted by Ernie Whitman, the Jubilee gets kicked off by Louis Jordan and, Pistol Packin Mama. Crooner, Faye Carrol sings, My Devotion. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Louis Jordan performs, while his vocalist sings, Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby. Ernie spoofs a commercial to promote Jubilee. After another dip into the mail bag, ernie introduces Louis Jordan who performs, I Can't Get Started With You. Barney Biggert plays, Roll Muddy Blues. Louis Jordan is back to wrap up the show with, Back in Naggasacky. Ernie and Louis share some parting words. Keith Heltsley clean 29:41 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430925-ep86-bob-hope-bing-crosby/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430925-ep86-bob-hope-bing-crosby/#comments Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:11:16 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3880 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430925-ep86-bob-hope-bing-crosby/feed/ 0 1943,Bing_Crosby,Bob_Hope,Charioteers,Comedy,Command_Performance,Francis_Langford,Military,Swing,Tony_Romano,Travelling,USO_Tours Hosted by Bob Hope, he has brought his cast from his USO tour, Francis Langford and Tony Romano. Bob takes time to crack a few jokes about his recent travels. Francis Langford sings, You'll Never Know. Bob makes a few more jokes as he introduces the Ch... Hosted by Bob Hope, he has brought his cast from his USO tour, Francis Langford and Tony Romano. Bob takes time to crack a few jokes about his recent travels. Francis Langford sings, You'll Never Know. Bob makes a few more jokes as he introduces the Charioteers who sing, Pistol Packin Mama. Bob takes time to dip into the mail bag. He has even brought his orchestra that made his USO trip, and Tony Romano sings, Your Priceless to Me. Or at least tries to until Bob interupts him over some of the lyrics. Bing joins Bob for some joking around on various topics, and including some of the experiences of the recent USO tour. Bing is backed up by the Charioteers as he sings, Moonlight Bay. Bing and Bob's wisecracks are joined by Francis. Bing and Francis sing, These Foolish Things Remind Me of You. Bob closes with a few uplifting words. Keith Heltsley clean 30:42 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/burns-and-allen-hat-box-hostage-421117/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/burns-and-allen-hat-box-hostage-421117/#comments Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:12:17 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17555 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/burns-and-allen-hat-box-hostage-421117/feed/ 0 1942,Budgets,George_Burns,Gracie_Allen,Happy_Postman,Jimmy_Cash,Live_Turkey,Mel_Blanc,Paul_Whiteman,Thanksgiving,Turkey,World_War2 George is upset over the way Gracie has been spending money lately. The happy Postman enters with a word on what his home life is like, but the bill for Gracie's hat pushes George over the top. How is the over budget spending unpatriotic? George is upset over the way Gracie has been spending money lately. The happy Postman enters with a word on what his home life is like, but the bill for Gracie's hat pushes George over the top. How is the over budget spending unpatriotic? George explains how the unnecessary spending takes away from the war effort, and in the capacity for buying bonds to support the troops. Jimmy Cash sings, When the Lights Go On All Over the World. Shopping for her party, Gracie runs into her friend, Tootsie Stagwell, in the butcher shop. Will she keep to her promise to George to keep to their budget? Pinching pennies, Gracie buys a live turkey and hides her surprise in a hatbox that she borrowed from Tootsie. Won't George be surprised? At home, George thinks that Gracie has spurged on a new hat again, and her suspicious behavior only serves to feed George's doubt. But the situation is more comedy packed than that. Herman the Duck might have a thing to say about the new addition. Paul Whiteman plays, and his vocalists sin. Unless Gracie can patch things up in the poultry department, the feathers are going to fly. Keith Heltsley clean 28:57 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-clifton-fadiman-420416/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-clifton-fadiman-420416/#comments Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:05:06 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17551 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-clifton-fadiman-420416/feed/ 0 1942,Charlie_Chan,Circus,Clifton_Faddeman,Command_Performance,Dinah_Shore,Military,Ringling_Brothers,Spoofs,Walter_O'Keefe,World_War2 Well known and loved host of the quiz show, Information Please, is today's host. Clifton Fadiman calls on the orchestra to play a jazzy version of, Polly Wolly Doodle. Responding to requests, Phil Baker has some help from Beetle and Bottle in portrayin... Well known and loved host of the quiz show, Information Please, is today's host. Clifton Fadiman calls on the orchestra to play a jazzy version of, Polly Wolly Doodle. Responding to requests, Phil Baker has some help from Beetle and Bottle in portraying a Charlie Chan spoof. Bennay Venuta sings, What About You. John Ringling, from the Ringling Brothers Circus joins Clifton to tell about his circus, clowns, and the acts in his circus. The Golden Gate Boys sing, Noah. Comedian, Walter O'Keefe, jokes about the world powers of military might, both ours and the enemy. Other topics designed to appeal to the military audience includes Gypsy Rose Lee, chasing girls, and how he helped win the previous world war in the Marines. Not to mention singing a song aimed at poking fun of the Axis government leaders . There's till time for Dinah Shore to appear and sing Without Him Blues. Keith Heltsley clean 29:28 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/whitehall-1212-blitz-murder-case-511216/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/whitehall-1212-blitz-murder-case-511216/#comments Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:02:37 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17458 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/whitehall-1212-blitz-murder-case-511216/feed/ 0 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-gloria-dehaven-bob-hope-king-sisters-450614/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-gloria-dehaven-bob-hope-king-sisters-450614/#comments Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:24:11 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17450 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-gloria-dehaven-bob-hope-king-sisters-450614/feed/ 0 1945,Alan_Ladd,Ann_Rutheford,Bob_Hope,Comedy,Command_Performance,Cross_Gender,Desire,Gloria_DeHaven,Jerry_Colonna,King_Sisters,Military Ann Rutheford hosts a Let Yourself Go night. First, the King Sisters are up to sing, For You. Bob Hope shares his suppressed desire to cast cares away and play a leading lady. Why does Bob have a burning desire to be Lauren Bacall? Ann Rutheford hosts a Let Yourself Go night. First, the King Sisters are up to sing, For You. Bob Hope shares his suppressed desire to cast cares away and play a leading lady. Why does Bob have a burning desire to be Lauren Bacall? Jerry Colona adds his outlook on the crazy events. South American baritone, Choo Choo Martinez sings a Spanish version of Begin the Beguine. Or something with a very similar tune. More suppressed desires pour forth when Gloria Dehavund spends a few moments of girl talk with Ann. Her biggest desire is to be Bob Hope. First, Gloria dedicates a song to servicemen who are serving overseas, Where or When. Tough guy, Alan Ladd, doesn't want to be left out of the wierd happenings. Can he prove that he's as cuddly and vivacious as Bob? Er.. that is to say, Lauren? Alan wants to be Betty Grable. The payoff is a cross gender sketch with the guys showing their softer side, and Ann joining the romantic, comedy as she pretends to be Gary Cooper. Enjoy the fun as the gals turn into wolves and chase after the guys. Keith Heltsley clean 30:55 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430909-ep083-marlene-dietrich/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430909-ep083-marlene-dietrich/#comments Sun, 09 Sep 2012 16:59:19 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3405 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430909-ep083-marlene-dietrich/feed/ 0 1943,Command_Performance,Johnny_Mercer,Marlene_Dietrich,Martha_Tilton,Military,Pied_Pipers,Swing,World_War2 Hosted by Marlene Dietrich who leads off with a song. Either she is one of the worlds worst singers, or she's just making a joke of the song. Shirley Ross does a much better job when she sings a swinging Irish popular tune of the day. Hosted by Marlene Dietrich who leads off with a song. Either she is one of the worlds worst singers, or she's just making a joke of the song. Shirley Ross does a much better job when she sings a swinging Irish popular tune of the day. Marlene introduces a pianist who demonstrates how he puts a fresh spin on old familiar tunes. Comedian, Zero Marcell talks about radio, and radio programs. He then launches into some musical impersonations. Martha Tilton reads from the mail bag then sings, Sweet Lovers Love the Spring. After reading a few greetings from the mail bag, Ella May Morris is joined by Johnny Mercer and the Pied Pipers to sings, Blues in the Night. Marlene returns to sing. Wow, no joking, she's one of the worst singers on the old Hollywood silver screen. A great actress, a sexy voice, but singing just wasn't her thing. Hey, while you're here, why not listen to another show to get that atonal voice out of your ears? With all due apologies to to Marlene and any of her beloved family, of course. Keith Heltsley clean 29:35 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430906-ep082-dinah-shore-jeanette-macdonald-garry-moore-jimmy-dorsey/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430906-ep082-dinah-shore-jeanette-macdonald-garry-moore-jimmy-dorsey/#comments Thu, 06 Sep 2012 16:44:48 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3337 http://retro-otr.com/2012/09/command-performance-430906-ep082-dinah-shore-jeanette-macdonald-garry-moore-jimmy-dorsey/feed/ 0 1943,Comedy,Command_Performance,Dinah_Shore,Jeanette_MacDonald,Jimmy_Dorsey,Swing,World_War2 Hosted by Dinah Shore who comes out singing, What Do You Do in the Infantry? Dinah reads from the mail bag, then introduces Jimmy Dorsey. Just after reading from the mail bag, he plays, while his vocalist sings, Besa Me Mucho. Comedian, Hosted by Dinah Shore who comes out singing, What Do You Do in the Infantry? Dinah reads from the mail bag, then introduces Jimmy Dorsey. Just after reading from the mail bag, he plays, while his vocalist sings, Besa Me Mucho. Comedian, Gary Moore talks to Dinah about Hollywood, then sings and tells a spoof love story. Jeanette McDonald takes time to read greetings from the mail bag before singing, Sweethearts in May Time. Jimmy Dorsey returns to play a Cole Porter tune. Dinah sings a medley of tunes that inclue: Getting Sentimental Over You, I Can't Remember Your Name, and too many to count. Finally Dinah closes with a few final words to the troops Keith Heltsley clean 29:14 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-frank-sinatra-victor-borge-bogie-and-bacall-450830/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-frank-sinatra-victor-borge-bogie-and-bacall-450830/#comments Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:31:23 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4458 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-frank-sinatra-victor-borge-bogie-and-bacall-450830/feed/ 0 1945,Comedy,Command_Performance,Drama,Frank_Sinatra,Humphrey_Bogart,Lauren_Bacall,Military,Victor_Borge,World_War2 Host is Frank Sinatra. He sings, Is it the Sun or You. Victor Borge talks with Frank about his dog, and his childhood. He plays the Warsaw Concerrto. Humphrey Bogart comes out to chat with Franki, and wants to hire Frank as a bodyguard. Host is Frank Sinatra. He sings, Is it the Sun or You. Victor Borge talks with Frank about his dog, and his childhood. He plays the Warsaw Concerrto. Humphrey Bogart comes out to chat with Franki, and wants to hire Frank as a bodyguard. It seems that Bogie is getting threats that someone wants to kidnap his wife. Though reluctant at first, with the right kind of arm twisting, Frankie takes the job. The Pied Pipers sing, Gotta Be This or That. Lauren Bacall arrives to chat with Frank about the bodyguard job. Frank admits he's the one who wrote the letters, and wants to take Lauren for his own. Will Bogie stand for it? After the drama, Frank sings, My Nancy. Keith Heltsley clean 28:58 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430823-ep041-ernie-morris-jimmy-jordan/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430823-ep041-ernie-morris-jimmy-jordan/#comments Thu, 23 Aug 2012 16:42:56 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2981 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430823-ep041-ernie-morris-jimmy-jordan/feed/ 0 1943,Butterfly_McQueen,Comedy,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Louis_Jordan,Military,Rosetta_Tharpe,World_War2 Hosted by Ernie Whitman. Playlist: The Lewis Jordan orchestra sings, Five Guys Named Moe. Duke of Irons, calipso singer sings, A Woman Uglier Than You. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Mean Lux Louie plays a boogie on his piano. Hosted by Ernie Whitman. Playlist: The Lewis Jordan orchestra sings, Five Guys Named Moe. Duke of Irons, calipso singer sings, A Woman Uglier Than You. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Mean Lux Louie plays a boogie on his piano. Lewis Jordan plays, Move on the Outskirts of Town. Mean Lux Louis is back to play, Infantry Blues. Ernie introduces harmonica player, Ernie Morris who plays, In the Mood. Impressive. Butterfly McQueen talks to Ernie about her bathing suit. Rosetta Tharpe sings, This Train's a Clean Train. Ernie reads from the mail bag, then Lewis Jordan wraps it up and plays, Knock Me a Kiss. Keith Heltsley clean 30:06 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-430821-ep080-ginger-rogers-frank-sinatra-alice-faye-ed-gardner/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-430821-ep080-ginger-rogers-frank-sinatra-alice-faye-ed-gardner/#comments Tue, 21 Aug 2012 16:47:03 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2958 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-430821-ep080-ginger-rogers-frank-sinatra-alice-faye-ed-gardner/feed/ 0 1943,Alice_Faye,Bugs_Bunny,Comedy,Command_Performance,Ed_Gardner,Elmer_Fudd,Frank_Sinatra,Ginger_Rogers,Military,Swing,World_War2 Hosted by Ginger Rogers. She introduces Frank Sinatra who sings, Embraceable You. After he made a successful appearance on an earlier Command Performance program, Mel Blanc returns. This time with his friend Arthur Q Brian. Hosted by Ginger Rogers. She introduces Frank Sinatra who sings, Embraceable You. After he made a successful appearance on an earlier Command Performance program, Mel Blanc returns. This time with his friend Arthur Q Brian. More commonly known as Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd. They do a brief bit from one of their popular Warner Brothers cartoons of the time. Alice Faye reads from the mailbag then sings, They Always Pick on Me. Ginger is back to talk with Ed "Duffy's Tavern" Gardner. She puts him in contact with Frank Sinatra to see if he can be convinced to sing in Duffy's Tavern. After some remarks about Ginger behind her back... if you know what I mean. This is a show directed at the military man, but it is radio after all, so it's still family friendly. Frank reads from the mailbag before he sings, Night and Day. At a mailbag request, Ginger presents sounds from home. This time the sound of baby chicks. Alice Fay returns to sing, Alexanders Ragtime Band. The show wraps up with a few motivational words from Ginger to all the troops all over the world. Keith Heltsley clean 29:07 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430809-ep039-five-charioteers-rochester-l-millander/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430809-ep039-five-charioteers-rochester-l-millander/#comments Thu, 09 Aug 2012 16:00:36 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2684 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430809-ep039-five-charioteers-rochester-l-millander/feed/ 0 1943,Butterfly_McQueen,Comedy,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Judy_Carol,Military,Rochester,World_War2 ernie Witman hosts, and introduces Lucky Millander as he plays. Next, the Charioteers read from the mail bag, then sing, Red River Valley. Butterfly McQueen talks to Ernie briefly before Judy Carol makes her appearance. ernie Witman hosts, and introduces Lucky Millander as he plays. Next, the Charioteers read from the mail bag, then sing, Red River Valley. Butterfly McQueen talks to Ernie briefly before Judy Carol makes her appearance. Butterfly is eager to meet Rochester when he arrives later. Judy Carrol sings, Stormy Weather. Lucky plays, St. Louis Breakdown. Rochester talks to Ernie about his valet... Jack Benny. Then sings, Consequence (joined by Judy Carol). Just not long ago, Rochester made an appearance where he sang with Lena Horne. In my opinion she did a much better job, although Judy isn't any too shabby either. Ernie introduces Rochester to Butterfly McQueen. Using her feminine charms, she tries to lure Rochester in, but he isn't going for it. Lucky Millander dips into the mail bag then plays, Cherokee. As Ernie signs off, Butterfly returns with a report on her exploits with Rochester. Keith Heltsley clean 30:26 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-430807-ep078-greer-garson-gloria-warren-nelson-eddy-cass-daley/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-430807-ep078-greer-garson-gloria-warren-nelson-eddy-cass-daley/#comments Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:22:08 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2661 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/command-performance-430807-ep078-greer-garson-gloria-warren-nelson-eddy-cass-daley/feed/ 0 1943,Cass_Daily,Comedy,Command_Performance,Greer_Garson,Nelson_Eddy,Swing,World_War2 Host is Greer Garson. She introduces the AEF Orchestra as they play, I Know That You Know. mail bag request has the man who does the voice of Goofy to do more sound affects. More dipping into the mail bag, then a song from Nelson Eddy, Stout Hearted Man. Host is Greer Garson. She introduces the AEF Orchestra as they play, I Know That You Know. mail bag request has the man who does the voice of Goofy to do more sound affects. More dipping into the mail bag, then a song from Nelson Eddy, Stout Hearted Man. At the request of the mail bag, a sound from home is presented. Gloria Juarez sings. After another dip into the mail bag, Cass Daily talks to Greer Garson about beauty, glamour, films, and of course men. Cass sings, The Work in a Laundry Blues. More greetings from the mail bag. Nelson Eddy sings, Oh What a Beautiful Morning. Then Greer has a few parting words for the troops all over the world. Keith Heltsley clean 29:35 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430802-ep038-lucky-millinder-jimmy-noone/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430802-ep038-lucky-millinder-jimmy-noone/#comments Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:00:00 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2384 http://retro-otr.com/2012/08/jubilee-430802-ep038-lucky-millinder-jimmy-noone/feed/ 0 1943,Butterfly_McQueen,Comedy,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Military,Rosetta_Tharpe,World_War2 Host Ernie Whitman. Playlist: 1. Lucky Millander kicks off with a song, Kangaroo Jump. 2. Sister Rosetta Tharpe sings, Down by the Riverside. 3. Jimmy Noone plays, I Know That You Know. 4. Lucky Millander reads from the mail bag then plays, Host Ernie Whitman. Playlist: 1. Lucky Millander kicks off with a song, Kangaroo Jump. 2. Sister Rosetta Tharpe sings, Down by the Riverside. 3. Jimmy Noone plays, I Know That You Know. 4. Lucky Millander reads from the mail bag then plays, Big Fat Mama. Vocals by Trevor Bacon. 5. Ida James sings, Embraceable You. 6. Manhunting Butterfly McQueen talks to Ernie, and Ida about her boyfriend, Ambecromby. Ida gives her dating advice. 7. Lucky Millander plays, while Sister Rosetta Tharpe sings, Tall Skinny Papa. 8. Lucky plays, Chinatown. Vocals by the gravelly voiced, Frankie Humphrey. 9. Ernie, Lucky, and Butterfly close with a few parting words. Keith Heltsley clean 32:03 http://retro-otr.com/2012/07/command-performance-430731-ep077-katherine-hepburn-jesters-ed-gardner-kathryn-grayson/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/07/command-performance-430731-ep077-katherine-hepburn-jesters-ed-gardner-kathryn-grayson/#comments Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:00:16 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2318 http://retro-otr.com/2012/07/command-performance-430731-ep077-katherine-hepburn-jesters-ed-gardner-kathryn-grayson/feed/ 0 1943,Acting,Comedy,Command_Performance,Ed_Gardner,Katherine_Hepburn,Military,Opera,Swing,World_War2 Hosted by Katherine Hepburn. Ted Lewis entertains by singing a medley in his mellow, slow singing way to help provide the answer to his signature question, "Is everybody happy?" Sounds from home, a hounddog barking. A novelty song by the Jesters, Hosted by Katherine Hepburn. Ted Lewis entertains by singing a medley in his mellow, slow singing way to help provide the answer to his signature question, "Is everybody happy?" Sounds from home, a hounddog barking. A novelty song by the Jesters, She Lived Next Door to the Fire House. Followed by, I Had a Hat. Katherine Grason sings and opera aria. Ed "Archie" Gardner talks to Katherine Hepburn about Duffy's Tavern, and acting. Ted Lewis returns for another medley that includes: Sunnyside of the Street, and Whenb My Baby Smiles At Me. Katherine speaks a few words of closing to the troops. Keith Heltsley clean 29:34 http://retro-otr.com/2012/07/jubilee-430726-ep037-delta-rhythm-boys-lucky-millander/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/07/jubilee-430726-ep037-delta-rhythm-boys-lucky-millander/#comments Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:10:46 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2288 http://retro-otr.com/2012/07/jubilee-430726-ep037-delta-rhythm-boys-lucky-millander/feed/ 0 1943,Comedy,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Sister_Rosetta_Tharpe,World_War2 Host Ernie Whitman. Kicks off with a greeting by Lucky Millander to troops serving in Hawaii, who plays a tune. Delta Rhythm Boys sing, Where the Bananas Grow. Sister Rosetta Tharpe sings, Gonna Hold a Meeting Tonight (Roxanne). Host Ernie Whitman. Kicks off with a greeting by Lucky Millander to troops serving in Hawaii, who plays a tune. Delta Rhythm Boys sing, Where the Bananas Grow. Sister Rosetta Tharpe sings, Gonna Hold a Meeting Tonight (Roxanne). After reading from the mail bag, Lucky Millander plays, Are You Ready. Frankie Humphrey plays, and sings in his nasty, gravelly voice, Now That You've Gone Away. Spider Bruce and another comedian talk about looking good, drinking,and a cattle ranch. Lucky Millander winds up and plays. Keith Heltsley clean 29:43 http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/command-performance-eddie-cantor-ep1-420301/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/command-performance-eddie-cantor-ep1-420301/#comments Mon, 11 Jun 2012 18:43:19 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17051 http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/command-performance-eddie-cantor-ep1-420301/feed/ 0 1942,Boxing,Command_Performance,Danny_Kaye,Dinah_Shore,Eddie_Cantor,Joe_OLouis,Merle_Oberon,Military,Sketch,World_War2 Eddie Cantor is the first host on this first episode that will bring top celebrities to the air. All requests come from letters sent in from the troops themselves. The line up includes: Bea Wayne sings her version of, Chatanooga Choo Choo. Eddie Cantor is the first host on this first episode that will bring top celebrities to the air. All requests come from letters sent in from the troops themselves. The line up includes: Bea Wayne sings her version of, Chatanooga Choo Choo. A rebroadcast snip of the recent Joe Lewis fight where he knocked out Max Baer is presented. Eddie jokes aboutthe the fight, and about Joe going into the military. Danny Kaye shares a comic and musical glimpse at his life and early beginnings. Dinah Shore sings, Blues in the Night. A birthday greeting goes out to a Sergeant then Merle Oberon is requested to be Eddie's leading lady. An original drama kicks off where Eddie has to break the news to Merle Oberon, that he is to be her next leading man. How will he do it? How will she take it? Jokes on age and beauty are the topic. As part of the fun, the Mad Russian joins in. PS: The show structure set by today would set the stage for all future shows. Soldiers, Sailors, and Marines would pour letters into the show to request stars, or themes for a show, or anything they missed from home, or just wanted to be put in the show. One thing the producers would drop is the birthday mentions. When shows were distributed, they were put on the "Mosquito Network" which meant the recorded disks were randomly distributed by small aircraft that took supplies to front line areas, and there could be no garantee of the date the shows were actually aired to the troops. Another thing that wasn't seen much was the snips of news or sports coverage that was presented in today's show. Maybe the producers figured that news reels were a better vehicle for those things. I'm not sure, but if you know, then drop me a comment. Keith Heltsley clean 29:21 http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/jack-benny-from-terminal-island-440206/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/jack-benny-from-terminal-island-440206/#comments Sun, 10 Jun 2012 16:41:04 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=17034 http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/jack-benny-from-terminal-island-440206/feed/ 0 1944,Dennis_Day,Don_Wilson,Jack_Benny,Mary_Livingston,Military,Navy,Phil_Harris,Recruiting,Rochester,Training,World_War2 Mary talks with Jack about being at the Navy base as they drive to their destination. Remember that Jack's Maxwell had previously been donated to the war effort. The car that Rochester drives isn't talked about, but it's a converted yellow cab. Mary talks with Jack about being at the Navy base as they drive to their destination. Remember that Jack's Maxwell had previously been donated to the war effort. The car that Rochester drives isn't talked about, but it's a converted yellow cab. Topics that are joked about include the local attractions of the base. Particularly about a fish cannery, a draw bridge, and about the area being a testing ground for P38's. The pesky planes buzz low with expert comic timing through the show. Mel Blanc is the gate guard, but he lets Jack on the base anyway. Tuning in the radio, Jack listens to Don and Phil teasing each other, and Dennis sings, My Ideal. Now on stage, Dennis tells Jack that he wants to change his name to Hassenpfeffer. Why? Don't ask, it's one of those crazy things that Dennis says. Jack tells how he was a sailor in the previous war. Mary and Phil sing, Talk Me Into It Baby. Flashback to the first world war, and we find Jack in the recruiters office. Mel Blanc helps out in reliving those moments when the 16 year old Jack joined up. Frank Nelson and Dennis Day also pitch in as we follow Jack through his induction physical. Keith Heltsley clean 29:10 http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/jubilee-andy-kirk-gwynne-time-ep134-450604/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/jubilee-andy-kirk-gwynne-time-ep134-450604/#comments Mon, 04 Jun 2012 18:14:10 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=16919 http://retro-otr.com/2012/06/jubilee-andy-kirk-gwynne-time-ep134-450604/feed/ 0 1945,Andy_Kirk,Big_Band,Blues,Ernie_Whitman,Gwen_Time,Jazz,Jubilee,World_War2 Get ready for some hot jazz, played by cool cats, and that jive talking super sized Ernie Whitman is just the host to keep things moving. Playlist: Andy Kirk plays, 920 Special. Eddie Hayward plays his piano and his band join in to the tune of, Get ready for some hot jazz, played by cool cats, and that jive talking super sized Ernie Whitman is just the host to keep things moving. Playlist: Andy Kirk plays, 920 Special. Eddie Hayward plays his piano and his band join in to the tune of, Don't Talk About Me When I'm gone. Gwen Time is on hand to sing, Don't Take Your Love From Me. Andy Kirk plays, 711. Gwen Time sings, St Louis Blues. Andy Kirk plays, Together. Keith Heltsley clean 29:31 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/you-cant-do-business-with-hitler-money-talks-with-a-german-accent-ep12-1942/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/you-cant-do-business-with-hitler-money-talks-with-a-german-accent-ep12-1942/#comments Fri, 25 May 2012 14:44:01 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=16783 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/you-cant-do-business-with-hitler-money-talks-with-a-german-accent-ep12-1942/feed/ 0 1942,Business,Germans,Hostile_Takeovers,Influence,Money,South_America,World_War2,You_Cant_Do_Business_With_Hitler Audio is muffled, soft, and hard to hear. You might want to save this for a quiet time, and wear headphones. Germany has long had holdings in colonies in South American countries, and still does have prominent populations of German speaking citezens ... Audio is muffled, soft, and hard to hear. You might want to save this for a quiet time, and wear headphones. Germany has long had holdings in colonies in South American countries, and still does have prominent populations of German speaking citezens there. In the war years, this was a great point of concern. According to the propaganda, the Nazi's were using German owned business to smuggle people in, and make others mysteriously disappear without a trace. The drama also portrays companies forcing local owned businesses to play by their rules, and even getting German consumers to influence buying habits to put undesired companies out of business. The show's producer offers several magazine and news sources to support the claims. Keith Heltsley clean 14:33 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/fred-allen-les-miserables-orson-welles-421018/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/fred-allen-les-miserables-orson-welles-421018/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 16:54:52 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=16653 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/fred-allen-les-miserables-orson-welles-421018/feed/ 0 1942,Arthur_Godfrey,Benay_Venuta,Falstaff_openshore,Fred_Allen,Les_Miserables,Military,Orson_Wells,Plays,Portland_Hoffa,Shortages,Spoofs Sending the show out to the troops, Fred appends a special message to the beginning of the show. Still trying out a few new cast members, Fred jokes with his new announcer, Arthur Godfrey. The news of the week features the metal drives and shortages. Sending the show out to the troops, Fred appends a special message to the beginning of the show. Still trying out a few new cast members, Fred jokes with his new announcer, Arthur Godfrey. The news of the week features the metal drives and shortages. Falstaff Openshore intrudes to add his poetic touch. His poem is titled, we've Got to Show Our Metal. Benay Venuta sings, Everythin I Got Belongs to Yu. Portland enters to talk about the new womens branch of the Coast Guard, but Fred can't be bothered by that. He's worried about Orson wells appearring amid screams of joy from Portland and busy stage hands who pave the way for the great prodigy of radio. what does Orson expect, red carpet and trumpet fanfare? Don't be surprised if he does. Orson confronts Fred over jokes that have been made about him in the past on the show. Orson dispells the superman myths that circulate about his genius. Sort of. The play is Les Miserables, and it's a special arrangement written specially by Orson to feature himself and Fred. After some transitioning music from Al Goodman, the production gets started. Despite splitting the lines and roles in a 50 - 50 split, Orson only hogs the stage a little, and leaves Fred fighting for a line. Keith Heltsley clean 27:59 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/jack-benny-jack-is-going-to-san-francisco-450513/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/jack-benny-jack-is-going-to-san-francisco-450513/#comments Sun, 13 May 2012 18:49:56 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=16608 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/jack-benny-jack-is-going-to-san-francisco-450513/feed/ 0 1945,Don_Wilson,Frank_Nelson,Jack_Benny,Larry_Stevens,Mary_Livingston,Mel_Blanc,Mothers_Day,Phil_Harris,Rochester,Train_Station,War_is_Over The war in Europe has just ended last Tuesday (May 8), and the spirits run high as Jack and Don comment on VE Day. Though Jack tries to brag about his own military accomplishments, Mary bursts his bubble. Larry Stevens plays along with Jack's bragging, The war in Europe has just ended last Tuesday (May 8), and the spirits run high as Jack and Don comment on VE Day. Though Jack tries to brag about his own military accomplishments, Mary bursts his bubble. Larry Stevens plays along with Jack's bragging, then he sings, There's a Happy Land Somewhere. Phil enters, and jokes about various bans and shortages being lifted. It's Mother's Day, and Mary gets a phone call from her mom. Jack leaves to get packed for his trip to San Fransisco, and Phil plays some travelling music. At home, Rochester helps with the packing. Jack takes a trip to his vault for some mad money for his travelling needs. Now it's off to the train station to meet up with the rest of the gang. Frank Nelson is the information booth clerk. And of course, Mel Blanc as the train announcer. PS: The show was either running long, and the last sketch was shortened to fit. Or the show was running long, and the last sketch was tossed at the last minute to fill the time. Not much to it. Keith Heltsley clean 30:04 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/cbs-evening-news-war-news-updates-450513/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/cbs-evening-news-war-news-updates-450513/#comments Sun, 13 May 2012 17:48:52 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=16602 http://retro-otr.com/2012/05/cbs-evening-news-war-news-updates-450513/feed/ 0 1945,CBS,Conferences,Japan,SurrenderGermany,War_News,World_News,World_War2 What happened this day in news? What were the hot topics of concern? Robert Krout reports on the National Day of Prayer. Island attacks, fighting on Okinawa, New Guinea, and elsewhere in the Pacific theater. Rumors of Himler's capture in Germany. What happened this day in news? What were the hot topics of concern? Robert Krout reports on the National Day of Prayer. Island attacks, fighting on Okinawa, New Guinea, and elsewhere in the Pacific theater. Rumors of Himler's capture in Germany. A remote to England and a live report by Edward Murrow who describes of the air armada as it flies a mission over London at sunset. warren Sweeney delivers the commercial from New York. Robert Kraut hands off to Larry Laseur in France to report on flags waving to greet the Americans, rolling in to displace the Germans. A picture of Russian tankers rolling through Austria is portrayed. George Fielding Elliot reports from San Fransisco on the supply lines to the fronts in the Pacific. A commentary on how Japanese air power is weakened, and inaffectual. George Moran reports on the security conference in town. Reshifting of world power, including South America are on the table. A report from a military leader on desiring an end to the war, and how nations should take over toppled governments. what other aims wil the conference deal with? It's reaches are limited, but a stepping stones to the future. Back in New York, a report that Truman is sending to Japanese leders. Surrender, or be devastated. Despite the surrender, pockets of fighting still exist in Germany. How should the German soldiers be viewed? who should be held responsible for starting the war? for losing it? Are there parallels with the Germany of 1918? will the Nazi party survive? Warren Sweeney is back for a closing commercial, and a plug to send v-mail to the troops to boost morale. Keith Heltsley clean 25:07 http://retro-otr.com/2012/04/jack-benny-from-torney-hospital-in-palm-springs-450408/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/04/jack-benny-from-torney-hospital-in-palm-springs-450408/#comments Sun, 08 Apr 2012 17:55:44 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15812 http://retro-otr.com/2012/04/jack-benny-from-torney-hospital-in-palm-springs-450408/feed/ 0 1945,Butlers,Dreams,Jack_Benny,Larry_Stevens,Mary_Livingston,Military,Palm_Springs,Phil_Harris,Rochester,William_Powel,World_War2 Jack is teased about being the Peanut King, anfd vending machines that he owns. Mary enters to be teased about her fashion sense. Phil Harris enters to lay out the corny jokes about his being late. Mel Blanc even gets a word in when he complains about ... Jack is teased about being the Peanut King, anfd vending machines that he owns. Mary enters to be teased about her fashion sense. Phil Harris enters to lay out the corny jokes about his being late. Mel Blanc even gets a word in when he complains about losing money in Jacks vending machine. Phil plays, Everytime I Fall in Love, but Jack has to cut him off after only a few bars. Jokes turn to acting, and Jack's new movie, the Horn Blows at Midnight. Jack gets sensitive and storms out, which is the cue for Phil to go into another song, Saturday is the Loneliest Night of the week. At Jack's house, Rochester has to deal with the disgruntled Jack. Can Rochester soften up his boss enough to ask for the night off? Tuning into the radio, Jack discovers the cast hav turn the show into a quiz show. Although Larry Stevens takes time to sing, This Heart of Mine. Followed by, Goodnight Sweet Dreams Sweetheart. Jack is still pouting over the lack of loyalty from his cast. Maybe a nap will help? He dreams that he has a high class butler, wiliam Powell. will Jack's life be any better off? It takes Rochester waking him to rescue Jack from his crazy dream. Keith Heltsley clean 29:04 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/command-performance-bob-hope-ingrid-bergman-ella-mae-morse-william-bendix-450329/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/command-performance-bob-hope-ingrid-bergman-ella-mae-morse-william-bendix-450329/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:05:15 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15589 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/command-performance-bob-hope-ingrid-bergman-ella-mae-morse-william-bendix-450329/feed/ 0 1945,Bob_Hope,Charles_Boyer,Comedy,Command_Performance,Films,Ingrid_Bergman,Leading_Men,Military,Swing,William_Bendix,World_War2 Bob Hope spends a few moments as he jokes about it being Springtime, and of course chasing women. Ingrid Bergman joins Bob to dish out the jokes right back at the famous wolf. Bob wants a part in her next film, Bob Hope spends a few moments as he jokes about it being Springtime, and of course chasing women. Ingrid Bergman joins Bob to dish out the jokes right back at the famous wolf. Bob wants a part in her next film, but does he have what she's looking for in a leading man? The King Sisters sing, Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe. After being snubbed by Ingrid for not being sophisticated enough, Bob talks to Walter Pigeon to pick up on a few pointers. Ella Mae Morse sings, Captain Kidd. Bob's approach still isn't convincing Ingrid, so he calls on someone more rough and tough, William Bendix. Still not making progress, Bob turns to Charles Boier. Will Bob ever b ome a romantic leading man? To round things up, and since Ingrid is holding out for Charles Boyer, Bob arranges a little Cowboy Western for Ingrid and Charles to do a love scene in. Cute. Keith Heltsley clean 29:22 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jack-benny-murder-mystery-450325/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jack-benny-murder-mystery-450325/#comments Sun, 25 Mar 2012 17:42:16 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15554 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jack-benny-murder-mystery-450325/feed/ 0 1945,Alan_Ladd,Best_Dressed,Captain_OBenny,Don_Wilson,Frank_Nelson,Jack_Benny,Larry_Stevens,Mary_Livingston,Mel_Blanc,Military,Mystery Entertaining for Army troops, Jack and Don layer on the military related jokes, and those related to military customs. Phil Harrisshows his humorous side as he talks about his new nightclub. Mary arrives and shares a letter from her mom, Entertaining for Army troops, Jack and Don layer on the military related jokes, and those related to military customs. Phil Harrisshows his humorous side as he talks about his new nightclub. Mary arrives and shares a letter from her mom, and word on the beautiful Spring weather. Through it we learn that Mary has been voted the best dressed woman in Hollywood. Larry Stevens sings, but the number gets cut. Jack gets his dander up when he thinks Fred Allen is in the Hallway, but when it's Alan Ladd, will Jack be so tough? After a little audio glitch where Phil's tune is snipped, Jack gets ready for one of his murder mysteries. Captain O'Benny deals out the parts, and right after Rochester phones in to tell about a car accident, the play begins. The Woman in the Window, or... It's a Good Thing the Venetian was Blind. Alan Ladd pitches in as the hard case who Capt. O'Benny has to hunt down amid a flurry of zany jokes from the voice tallents of Frank Nelson and Mel Blanc. Keith Heltsley clean 23:00 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-from-catalina-island-450826/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-from-catalina-island-450826/#comments Sat, 24 Mar 2012 17:54:11 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4405 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-from-catalina-island-450826/feed/ 0 1945,Comedy,Francis_Langford,Hillbilly,Ken_Carpenter,Military,Military_Hospitals,Spike_Jones,Swing,Technology,Television,Tony_Romano Announcer, Ken Carpenter introduces Francis Langford, who then sings, More Than You Know. The show is for the benefit of convelescing troops, and those in training to go overseas to release prisoners of war, and bring them home. Ken, Francis, Announcer, Ken Carpenter introduces Francis Langford, who then sings, More Than You Know. The show is for the benefit of convelescing troops, and those in training to go overseas to release prisoners of war, and bring them home. Ken, Francis, and Spike talk about the new miracle technologies, especially television. A technology that has taken the past 20 years to perfect. Spike Jones and the City Sllickers perform, No No Nora. After Ken Carpenter delivers the commercial for the sponsor, Chase and Sandbourne, the show continues. Tony Romano along with Francis and Spike sing a medley of Frank Newman tunes including: Happy When I'm With You, Great Day, and . Time on My Hands. NBC News breaks in with news from Japan, a report made by Guthrie Jensen, and broadcast from a bomber after completing it's mission. We then return to a radio play, already in progress where Ken, Francis, and Spike are doing a Hillbilly act. Spike Jones, with vocalist Carl Grayson perform, Laura. Ken and Francis tease Spike about his style of music before Ken has another commercial ready. Francis dedicates this to the soldiers who will be soon returning home, and as a farewell of her leaving the show at the end of the Summer season. She sings, I'll Be Seeing You. . Keith Heltsley clean 28:42 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/command-performance-dinah-shore-lina-romay-judy-canova-450322/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/command-performance-dinah-shore-lina-romay-judy-canova-450322/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:57:48 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15517 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/command-performance-dinah-shore-lina-romay-judy-canova-450322/feed/ 0 1945,Command_Performance,Dinah_Shore,Girls_Dorm,Hillbilly,Judy_Canova,Military,Swing,World_War2 The show takes the military man behind the scenes to the girls dormitory. In playing their roles, Mrs Gushmore is the dorm mother and she wakes up her flock of beauties. The girls talk about their dreams before they start their day. The show takes the military man behind the scenes to the girls dormitory. In playing their roles, Mrs Gushmore is the dorm mother and she wakes up her flock of beauties. The girls talk about their dreams before they start their day. The latest singing sensation, Martha Stewart sings, I Only Have Eyes for You. Marilyn Maxwell sings, Accentuate the Positive. A South American singer named lina Romay sings a romantic tune. Judy Canova, a comedianne known for her hillbilly and homely ways jokes around and sings in the yodeling style that only she could get away with, St Louis Blues. The dean of the school takes us on a geographical comic tour of Africa. Dinah Shore reads a few mailbag requests then sings, For a Little While. All the girls pitch in for a final word to the troops. Keith Heltsley clean 29:59 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-from-santa-monica-450812-ep11/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-from-santa-monica-450812-ep11/#comments Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:58:42 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=4146 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-from-santa-monica-450812-ep11/feed/ 0 1945,Comedy,Francis_Langford,Housing_Shortage,Ken_Carpenter,Military_Hospitals,Prisoners_of_War,Spike_Jones,Swing,Tony_Romano,Veterans,World_War2 Ken Carpenter announces. Francis Langford sings, I Said It Again. Ken, Francis, and Spike talk about the skimpy bathing suits that are all the rage this year. Spike's band performs and sings, The Greatest Man in Siam. Ken Carpenter announces. Francis Langford sings, I Said It Again. Ken, Francis, and Spike talk about the skimpy bathing suits that are all the rage this year. Spike's band performs and sings, The Greatest Man in Siam. After a quick commercial Francis dedicates a tune to prisoners who were recently released from German prison camps, The More I See You. Francis and Spike do a short comedy play about the housing shortage. They are living in a tiny apartment, paying a huge rent, and Ken Carpenter wants them to pay up. Spike plays his version of the Blue Danube. Then Spike talks to Francis about his band members as Ken converts it into a commercial. Finally a medley of tunes performed by Tony Romano, Spike Jones, and Francis Langford. The show wraps up with motivating words of gratitude to the veterans of the recently ended war, made bby Francis. PS: Just when I thought I was out of shows for my Spike Jones collection, I've managed to find a small treasure trove of a few dozen more. So if you like your music on the strange side, keep stopping by. After this one, the series jumps to 1946 and later. At that time Francis Langford had left, and was replaced by Dorothy Shea. In my opinion, there's a better chemistry and show dynamic between Spike and Dorothy. Keith Heltsley clean 29:05 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jubilee-benny-carter-betty-roche-ep126-450313/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jubilee-benny-carter-betty-roche-ep126-450313/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:17:50 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15295 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jubilee-benny-carter-betty-roche-ep126-450313/feed/ 0 1945,AFRS,Benny_Carter,Blues,Comedy,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jimmy_Durante,Jubilee,King_Cole_Trio,Military,World_War2 Hosted by Ernie Whitman. To start things off, Benny Carter plays a swinging tune. Betty Roche sings, Trouble Why Can't You Let Me Be. The King Cole Trio play and sing, Paper Moon. Benny Carter plays, Back Bay Boogie. Hosted by Ernie Whitman. To start things off, Benny Carter plays a swinging tune. Betty Roche sings, Trouble Why Can't You Let Me Be. The King Cole Trio play and sing, Paper Moon. Benny Carter plays, Back Bay Boogie. Jimmy Durante joins Ernie to talk about give aways at the opera. Jimmy sings one of his own operetic arias, Who Will Be With You When I'm Far Far Away From You. Benny Carter plays, Tea For Two. The King Cole Trio are back to sing, Oomph Loraine. Benny Carter plays the show out with Chicago, as Ernie says the signing off words. Keith Heltsley clean 29:33 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-450819-summer-show/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-450819-summer-show/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:13:23 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=3248 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/spike-jones-450819-summer-show/feed/ 2 1945,Francis_Langford,Spike_Jones,Swing,Tony_Ronamo,World_War2 Playlist: Francis sings, Long Ago and Far Away. After dedicating it to the troops she entertained on USO tours, she follows it with, I'll Walk Alone. Tony Romano sings, and later joined by Francis, You're the One I Love. Francis sings, Playlist: Francis sings, Long Ago and Far Away. After dedicating it to the troops she entertained on USO tours, she follows it with, I'll Walk Alone. Tony Romano sings, and later joined by Francis, You're the One I Love. Francis sings, Tangerine. Tony, and Francis, accompanied by Spike sing a medley that includes: Blue Skies, and How Deep is the Ocean. Tony sings, When Shadows Fall. Francis sings the big hit from 1942, Embraceable You. Francis, Tony, and Spike do a medley from Oklahoma that includes: What a Beautiful Morning, and People Will Say We're in Love. Francis sings, You Say You're Feeling Blue. Francis plugs a movie that has been produced in honor of the recently fallen war corespondant, Ernie Pyle. The film is called, GI Joe, and Tony sings a song from that film. Francis sings, The Man I Love. PS: The Summer Shows, if you haven't noticed are full of straight songs. No guest stars, or comedy routines. Shortly, Francis Langford will leave the show, and Spike will pick up another female singer. As much as I enjoy the voice of Francis, I think that sometimes she tends to hog the show, and upstages the others. It might also be due to the fact that after the musician strike of a few years earlier, Spike Jones may have still been on the outs with the muscians union, and rebuilding his reputation and confidence with them. Keith Heltsley clean 27:54 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jubilee-benny-carter-effie-smith-ep125-450305/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jubilee-benny-carter-effie-smith-ep125-450305/#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:10:18 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15174 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jubilee-benny-carter-effie-smith-ep125-450305/feed/ 0 1945,Benny_Carter,Blues,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Military,World_War2 Ernie Whitman calls the shots and introduces the acts. Playlist: Benny Carter plays, Sweet Georgia Brown. Effie Smith sings, Embraceable You. The Four Blazes sing, Good Little Deal. Jimmy Rogers sings, Daddio. Ernie Whitman calls the shots and introduces the acts. Playlist: Benny Carter plays, Sweet Georgia Brown. Effie Smith sings, Embraceable You. The Four Blazes sing, Good Little Deal. Jimmy Rogers sings, Daddio. Josh White plays blues guitar and sings, Evil as a Man Can Be. Josh follows it up with his hit, One Meatball. Benny Carter is back to play a jazzy swinging number. To wrap it up, Benny Carter also plays, Just You Just Me. Keith Heltsley clean 29:44 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jack-benny-from-hollywood-the-train-station-450304/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jack-benny-from-hollywood-the-train-station-450304/#comments Sun, 04 Mar 2012 23:12:22 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=15118 http://retro-otr.com/2012/03/jack-benny-from-hollywood-the-train-station-450304/feed/ 0 1945,Jack_Benny,Larry_Stevens,Mary_Livingston,Military,Phil_Harris,Rochester,Tours,Train_Station,World_War2 Getting ready to travel by train, Jack and Rochester joke around about packing. Jack seems to be plagued by a stalker who is following him from St Joseph. Mary arrives to lend her teasing, and has a letter from her mom. Larry Stevens sings, Getting ready to travel by train, Jack and Rochester joke around about packing. Jack seems to be plagued by a stalker who is following him from St Joseph. Mary arrives to lend her teasing, and has a letter from her mom. Larry Stevens sings, Goodnight Sweet Dreams. Phil Harris arrives and Jack teases him about his guitarist, Frank Remley. When Jack gets a bill for their hotel, he goes over the expenses. To get enough ready cash, Jack heads to his vault. Phil plays some travelling music, and it's off to catch a train. With the Maxwell previously called into military service in a scrap drive, Jack and Mary drive to the train station in her car. It must be hers since Jack's replacement wheels is a transformed taxi, ant the jokes about cab fare are absent. Mel Blanc announces the train departures. Frank Nelson is a traveller who gets Jack confused with someone else, and an information desk clerk. PS: As Jack switched sponsors from Grape Nuts to Lucky Strike, and in these later war years, he developed recurring gags that would later be famous. The train station scenes date back to the late 1930's, but would become more polished as years go on. Today's episode may not be a prime example, but we get a look at some of the evolution of characters. Keith Heltsley clean 28:24 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/jubilee-harry-james-kitty-kallen-4502-28-2/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/jubilee-harry-james-kitty-kallen-4502-28-2/#comments Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:06:17 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=14984 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/jubilee-harry-james-kitty-kallen-4502-28-2/feed/ 0 1945,Blues,Eddie_Anderson,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Kitty_Kallan,Military,Piano,Rochester,World_War2 Everybody's favorite supersized host is back, as Ernie Whitman calls on Harry James. Playlist The Harry James band plays while Kitty Kallan sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light. Eddie Haywood plays his piano to the tune of, Sweet Lace. Everybody's favorite supersized host is back, as Ernie Whitman calls on Harry James. Playlist The Harry James band plays while Kitty Kallan sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light. Eddie Haywood plays his piano to the tune of, Sweet Lace. Followed by, Begin the Beguine. Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson arrives to talk about his assistant, Jack Benny. Rochester sings, Accentuate the Positive. Harry James plays, Night and Day. The Kallan Trio plays, California Skyline. The Kallan Trio is back with, I Wonder. Harry James plays, One Way Ticket on the 927. Keith Heltsley clean 30:43 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/jubilee-harry-james-kitty-kallen-4502-28/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/jubilee-harry-james-kitty-kallen-4502-28/#comments Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:06:17 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=14984 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/jubilee-harry-james-kitty-kallen-4502-28/feed/ 0 1945,Blues,Eddie_Anderson,Ernie_Whitman,Jazz,Jubilee,Kitty_Kallan,Military,Piano,Rochester,World_War2 Everybody's favorite supersized host is back, as Ernie Whitman calls on Harry James. Playlist The Harry James band plays while Kitty Kallan sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light. Eddie Haywood plays his piano to the tune of, Sweet Lace. Everybody's favorite supersized host is back, as Ernie Whitman calls on Harry James. Playlist The Harry James band plays while Kitty Kallan sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light. Eddie Haywood plays his piano to the tune of, Sweet Lace. Followed by, Begin the Beguine. Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson arrives to talk about his assistant, Jack Benny. Rochester sings, Accentuate the Positive. Harry James plays, Night and Day. The Kallan Trio plays, California Skyline. The Kallan Trio is back with, I Wonder. Harry James plays, One Way Ticket on the 927. Keith Heltsley clean 30:43 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/spike-jones-450729-summer-show/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/spike-jones-450729-summer-show/#comments Sat, 25 Feb 2012 18:09:09 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2967 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/spike-jones-450729-summer-show/feed/ 0 1945,Comedy,Ernie_Pyle,Francis_Langford,Ken_Carpenter,Military_Hospitals,Spike_Jones,Swing,Tributes,World_War2 Performing at Santa Monica Naval Hospital. Playlist: 1. Francis, Sunnyside of the Street. 2. Francis talks about the sailors, and their social activities off base with Ken Carpenter. 3. Spike plays the World War 1 hit, Toot Toot Tootsie. 4. Performing at Santa Monica Naval Hospital. Playlist: 1. Francis, Sunnyside of the Street. 2. Francis talks about the sailors, and their social activities off base with Ken Carpenter. 3. Spike plays the World War 1 hit, Toot Toot Tootsie. 4. Francis sings the South American tune, Baihia. 5. Francis introduces a short drama. Ken Carpenter and other voice actor do a tribute to the recently fallen popular newsman, Ernie Pyle. Though the war in Europe was over at this time, The fighting in the Pacific theater was raging at a high pitch. Ernie Pyle was killed during fighting for the island of Okinawa. 6. Francis and the gang joke around about military surplus items, and how they might impact our daily household appliances, anbnd lifestyles in a year from now. 7. After a commercial A medley of George Gershwin tunes presented by Tony Romano, Francis, and Spike. Keith Heltsley clean 28:39 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/spike-jones-450729-summer-show-2/ http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/spike-jones-450729-summer-show-2/#comments Sat, 25 Feb 2012 18:09:09 +0000 Keith http://retro-otr.com/?p=2967 http://retro-otr.com/2012/02/spike-jones-450729-summer-show-2/feed/ 0 1945,Comedy,Ernie_Pyle,Francis_Langford,Ken_Carpenter,Military_Hospitals,Spike_Jones,Swing,Tributes,World_War2 Performing at Santa Monica Naval Hospital. Playlist: 1. Francis, Sunnyside of the Street. 2. Francis talks about the sailors, and their social activities off base with Ken Carpenter. 3. Spike plays the World War 1 hit, Toot Toot Tootsie. 4. Performing at Santa Monica Naval Hospital. Playlist: 1. Francis, Sunnyside of the Street. 2. Francis talks about the sailors, and their social activities off base with Ken Carpenter. 3. Spike plays the World War 1 hit, Toot Toot Tootsie. 4. Francis sings the South American tune, Baihia. 5. Francis introduces a short drama. Ken Carpenter and other voice actor do a tribute to the recently fallen popular newsman, Ernie Pyle. Though the war in Europe was over at this time, The fighting in the Pacific theater was raging at a high pitch. Ernie Pyle was killed during fighting for the island of Okinawa. 6. Francis and the gang joke around about military surplus items, and how they might impact our daily household appliances, anbnd lifestyles in a year from now. 7. After a commercial A medley of George Gershwin tunes presented by Tony Romano, Francis, and Spike. Keith Heltsley clean 28:39